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Looking for yummy, nutritious snacks for busy days? Welcome to graze. We're reimagining the way you snack with over 100 graze ideas you can feel good about.

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fruit & creamy oats

“I love starting my early mornings with a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast. I always dress up my bowls with a variety of toppings such as fresh fruits, nuts or spreads!” - blogger and grazer Winnie Liong @winniesbalance_

Get the recipe for this delicious bowl of creamy fruit oats here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/recipe/creamy-fruit-oats.html

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5 breakfast inspirations

Check out the rest of our grazer breakfast round-up: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/5-breakfast-inspirations-from-our-grazers.html

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homemade chocolate hazelnut spread

Get the recipe: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/recipe/chocolate-hazelnut-spread.html

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ask our nutritionist: how can I make healthy choices at a party?

Read here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/ask-our-nutritionist-how-can-i-make-healthy-choices-at-a-party.html

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our nutritionist’s favorite graze snacks!

Check it out here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/our-nutritionist-s-favorite-snacks.html

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the benefits of popcorn

Read the post here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/the-benefits-of-popcorn.html

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veggie chips vs potato chips -- the benefits of swapping!

the benefits of swapping!

Vegetable chips definitely have the health advantage over potato chips! Our veggie chips are dried instead of fried, which creates a naturally delicious wholesome snack that have many more vitamins and nutrients than fried potato chips.

Also, veggies chips usually don’t require as much added salt as potato chips because the flavor from the vegetables carries through.

And those who love the crunchiness of the potato chips don’t need to worry -- air drying removes the moisture from the vegetables, which helps create the same crunchy chip texture that we all love!

Our NEW carrot chips are coming soon! 

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are vegetable chips healthy?

Usually! But it’s important to know not all vegetable chips are equal. To determine if a vegetable chip is healthier than a traditional potato chips it will depend on the vegetable being used and how it’s processed.

The best way to create healthier veggie chips is by air drying the vegetable over a long period of time at a low temperature. This will preserve the natural goodness of the vegetable while creating the delicious crunch we all love and expect from a chip.

Typically, potatoes aren’t as nutrient-rich as other vegetables like beets, parsnips and carrots - these are some of the best vegetables to use for veggies chips! Not only will these create more nourishing chips, we think the vibrant colors make them more fun to eat!

The key to finding vegetable chips that are actually healthier than the standard fried potato chips is to look at the ingredients. If they are fried, salted and high in oils, they probably aren’t the best choice. Here at graze we believe dried not fried is the future of chips - these veggie chips are full of natural flavor and no added salt is needed!

Have you tried our NEW beet and carrot chips yet? 

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peanut butter & banana protein waffles

Guest blog post, recipe & photo by our grazer Constance @constancelyeating! 

Get the recipe here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/recipe/banana-protein-waffles%20.html

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ask our taste expert: what will be the big food trends this year?

Find out here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/what-will-be-the-big-food-trends-this-year.html

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multigrain superfood banana bread

guest blog post & recipe by grazer & Spoon University blogger Weichen @peachonomics! 

Get the full recipe: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/recipe/multigrain-superfood-banana-bread.html

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meet the graze taste experts!

https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/meet-our-taste-experts.html

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3 nutritionist-approved reasons to eat more chocolate

See the post here: https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/3-nutritionist-approved-reasons-to-eat-more-chocolate.html

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how our nutritionist celebrates Valentine’s Day

For me, Valentine's Day (whether you have a partner or not!) is about appreciating your favorite people in your life. Celebrate by sending your loved ones a message, giving them a call or even a handwritten note to let them know you appreciate them! These small actions can go a long way and instantly fill up their love tank. 

Like with any celebration, I like to make sure to have a nutrient dense breakfast planned to start the day. It's also important to stay hydrated with water and herbal teas which helps me eat chocolates with total enjoyment, zero guilt and minus the energy crash!

I also like to add raw beets to my smoothies for their gorgeous crimson-red color which looks and tastes delicious! Last year I made a Valentine's Day breakfast juice using beet, carrot, apple and coriander and served them out of wine glasses. They tasted delicious and added a bit of fun to the day! 

XOXO  -Jess, graze nutritionist 

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our nutritionist’s top 5 reasons to eat more protein this year

Our nutritionist’s top 5 reasons to eat more protein this year:

Protein helps your body recover from exercise, giving your muscles the fuel they need to repair properly.

Protein is in every cell in the body and it’s vital for healthy hair, nails and skin.

Protein can speed up your metabolism, and it takes more energy for your body to process than carbohydrates.

Antibodies are made of protein, and are a really important part of our immune system (it may even give you a fighting chance against colds).

And there’s loads of tasty natural ways of getting protein in your diet, without relying on powders and shakes.

ask the nutritionist: What are the best snacks to eat pre & post workout? >> read the post here! 

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5 tips to get healthy right now

Read the tips here! https://www.graze.com/us/blog/post/5-tips-to-get-healthy.html

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11 healthier dessert recipes

Looking for healthier ways to still enjoy your favorite desserts? We’ve rounded up our best healthy dessert recipes! We love these recipes because they taste just as rich and decadent, but we’ve made healthy swaps with wholesome ingredients so you can feel good about eating dessert! Check them out and let us know which are your favorites!

vegan & gluten-free pumpkin brownies

Brownies are amazing at any time of the year! Our taste expert Bobby created these delicious and nutritious pumpkin brownies with beets, dates, maple syrup, and no refined sugars. Check out the recipe for these vegan and gluten free treats here!

beet chocolate mug cake

This gourmet dessert tastes just as impressive as it looks! These pistachio and beet chip chocolate mug cakes, made with crunchy sliced beet chips, contain no added salt, sugar or oil and are high in manganese and potassium, so you can feel good about your dessert choices. Get the super simple recipe here!

parfait sundae recipe round-up

Grazer and blogger Weichen makes the most beautiful parfaits, so we asked her to share a few of her favorite recipes with us! She also reveals her top three tips for creating the most perfect parfait...read them all here!

pumpkin spice flapjack parfait

We took one of our classic and most loved graze snacks, the pumpkin spice flapjack, and created a delicious parfait out of it! Made with Greek yogurt and sweetly spiced pumpkin, this tastes AND looks amazing. Get the recipe here!

dark chocolate super bites

This is pretty much the easiest recipe ever--just throw in your favorite nutritious ingredients and layer with dark chocolate! See our take on this simple yet delicious treat here.

chocolate chia seed truffles

As a guest posting on our blog, chalkkids.co.uk created this recipe for adorable and delicious truffle treats. There is just the right amount of intense chocolate flavor without being too rich, and the added texture from the coating of chia seeds just makes them even more nutritious and enjoyable. See the instructions here and make your own!

PB&J chia seed pudding

This is the much-loved American childhood lunch, reimagined. Layered chia seed pudding with peanut butter and grape jelly adds a nutritious and fun twist to your classic sandwich. Curious? Check out our recipe!

banana cream pie milkshake

We were inspired to recreate these insane milkshakes in a way which makes them just as delicious but with less calories. Grab a friend and start creating!

dairy-free, gluten-free mini pecan pies

Pecan pie is one of our favorite desserts here at graze, so we wanted to create a better-for-you version with no dairy and no gluten! This mini pie is satisfying and so yummy. Try making this better-for-you pie with our recipe here!

gluten-free & vegan cinnamon almond cookies

These star cookies are just too adorable and simple to not try! Using almond, cinnamon, and dates, our nutritionist Jess created these, which are perfect for any occasion and great as a gift as well. Grab the recipe here!

graze snickerdoodle cookie milkshake

Our next creation after the banana cream pie milkshakes. This really does taste as amazing and decadent as it looks, but is created using better-for-you ingredients! It’s the perfect activity to do with a friend. See the recipe here!