U.S. consumers are eating traditional snack foods, particularly snacks with a perceived health benefit, in between and at meals, and this behavior will drive the growth of snack foods eaten at main meals over next five years, reports The NPD Group.

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A new survey commissioned and released by Mars Chocolate North America shows that roughly three out of 10 Americans either work or spend a significant amount of time outside in warm weather during the summer months and, of those, a whopping 74 percent are seeking better refreshment opportunities.

Life Choice, a brand of ConAgra Foods, Inc., introduced Delight Bites, a puffed, multi-grain snack that’s light, crispy and loaded with taste.

This year, Ore-Ida® Tater Tots® celebrate six decades on the American table. A family favorite for generations, the Tater Tots brand will commemorate the anniversary the only way it knows how – with originality, quality and flavor.

Lundberg Family Farms® announced the newest products available in its repertoire: Multigrain Chips, Quinoa & Rice Entrees and Sprouted Rice. With several flavors and varieties of each, health-conscious families now have thirteen additional choices to satisfy cravings and satiate appetites at mealtime this fall.

Anyone keeping an eye on foodservice over the past couple of years has certainly charted the ongoing progression of snack options on the menu

Fricke earned her culinary credentials with honors from Western Culinary Institute, Portland, and has a bachelor’s with honors in Nutrition and Dietetics from Idaho State University, Pocatello

New menu items feature influences from around the world, particularly Asia, but ingredient sourcing and preparation are decidedly close to home.

U.S. consumers are eating traditional snack foods, particularly snacks with a perceived health benefit, in between and at meals, and this behavior will drive the growth of snack foods eaten at main meals over next five year.