Daily Archives: May 2

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Comparing Backpacking Meals

Why sacrifice a decent meal when you are on the trail? Eating well on the trail tastes better and gives you the right types of food to enhance your performance and give you the gusto to go a little further. Eating well does not have to be gourmet or cost a fortune. Learn how to compare packaged foods to determine if the meal is worthy of stashing in your pack for your next outing. Start by following these tips. Should I buy this common backpacking meal? The product displays the following ingredients: 1. Decode the Ingredient List Here is an […]

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Cherry Picking Packaged Foods: How to Avoid Inferior Products

How can you determine if a company is attempting to sell you a low-quality product despite its health claims? Food labels assert healthful claims on packaged products to get you to purchase them. Knowing what to look for in the ingredient list allows you to determine its worth objectively. There is a great deal of conflicting information available. Most people with special dietary needs are adept at reading labels to determine if the food contains hidden ingredients or allergens. Even if you don’t have any dietary restrictions, it’s beneficial to understand the ingredients in your food. There is an increasing […]