A Shocking Ingredient Found In Tortillas

0 | Posted on May 17, 2012

missioncarbbalanceb

Mission came out with "Carb Balance" tortillas to support a growing group of people watching their carbohydrates including diabetics. How did they increase the fiber in a white tortilla?

I was sent this question from a reader and was excited to investigate.

Continue reading A Shocking Ingredient Found In Tortillas


quinoacarrotsoupbWhat's The Deal With Quinoa?
26 | May 16, 2012

Seems like everyone is talking about kale and quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah). It only took about 10 readers to ask me about it before I got my butt into gear.... read more

glutenfreebTop Ten Gluten Free Snacks
9 | May 15, 2012

This photo made me giggle. Yes, a sign usually reserved for construction sites is on bread. read more

softboiledegg2bGood Morning Sunshine! Wake Up With This Egg Dish
20 | May 14, 2012

Are you bored with hard boiled eggs? Yeah, they are dull. Let me introduce you to an old friend... read more

saucebHealthy Eating Tips For Restaurants
20 | May 11, 2012

Snack Girl, the person, wants to "walk the talk" of her website. She confronts many situations where it isn't easy to follow her own advice... read more

monsterrehabbHow Does It Feel To Drink 14 Cans Of Soda?
22 | May 10, 2012

Snack Girl recently got a question about Monster Rehab and she got excited. Rehab? Maybe Monster has become healthier.... read more

cauliflowerricebLove Rice But Want To Cut Calories? Try This
31 | May 9, 2012

Snack Girl did something different the other day to her favorite "rice and bean" bowl. She substituted a vegetable in the bowl above... read more

lisa2012b100 Healthy Snacks To Share
16 | May 8, 2012

Snack Girl is celebrating an anniversary today. THREE whole years of writing about healthy snacks... read more

boxmacaronicheesebMake Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Healthier
18 | May 7, 2012

Check out that bright orange up there. That color is indicative of a much loved processed food from everyone's childhood.... read more

macaroonsbAn Almond Joy Makeover From A Sweet & Skinny Top Chef
9 | May 4, 2012

Snack Girl recently found out that her favorite apple pie was 420 calories for one slice. Ouch.... read more

cheeseburgerwrapbHow Tammy Fit Cheeseburgers Into Her Weight Loss Plan
12 | May 3, 2012

Tammy, the author of Skinny Mom’s Kitchen, is dedicated to helping busy moms eat healthier and lose weight by teaching them how to combine calorie awareness with menu planning, freezer cooking, and other make ahead cooking strategies.... read more

tunameltbThis Tuna Melt Is So Light & Tasty It Will Make You Cry healthy!
23 | May 2, 2012

Tuna melts use to be a staple in my college dorm. One cup mayonnaise, a little tuna, and say the word "green" and you had lunch!... read more

smartonesbThe Best Packaged Frozen Meals For Dieters
47 | May 1, 2012

Snack Girl has been trying frozen meals for a couple of months to see if she can find a meal that is healthy, delicious, and relatively low in calories.... read more

saladspinnerbThe Easiest Way To Make Salad Part of Every Day
14 | April 30, 2012

Snack Girl got herself a new salad spinner and I thought I would share the fun. Hey, a new kitchen gadget is something to brag about in my house.... read more

locavorebHow Eating Locally Could Help You Lose Ten Pounds
11 | April 27, 2012

See that sign up there? I drove past that spot yesterday on my way home from the office.... read more

muffintopbReduce Your Muffin Top Today With This Simple Step
40 | April 26, 2012

Do you think I am talking about that muffin top above? Naahhhh..... read more

strawberrychocolatebThe Most Satisfying, Lowest Calorie, & Easiest Chocolate Dessert Ever Created healthy!
23 | April 25, 2012

Yeah, baby, it is springtime. Whoot! Whoot! How about them 2 for 1 strawberries rolling into your super and farmer's markets?... read more

mcdonaldsmultigrainbMcDonald's Attempts Bakery Items: A 420 Calorie Mini Scone and A Multi-Grain Muffin
34 | April 24, 2012

I know what you are thinking. What is she doing in McDonald's?.... read more

brownriceb.jpgBrown Is Beautiful: Making The Switch To Brown Rice healthy!
39 | April 23, 2012

Hey, we all want to be beautiful. How about trying some brown rice to aid your efforts?... read more

crockerfarmbMaking A Difference By Planting A Garden
15 | April 20, 2012

Everyone who reads Snack Girl is at least thinking about healthy eating. They may not be doing it right now - but they are considering it.... read more

Lisa Cain, PhD

Welcome! I’m Lisa. I write about my battle with donuts and the simple snacks, healthy recipes, and products that help me WIN! My goal is to support YOU in your journey to health.

100 Healthy Snack Ideas

Get posts by email: more info


POPULAR POSTS

Top Ten "On The Go" Snacks

Reduce Your Muffin Top Today With This Simple Step

Top Ten Weight Watchers Recipes

The Most Satisfying, Lowest Calorie, & Easiest Chocolate Dessert Ever Created

100 Healthy Snacks To Share

This Tuna Melt Is So Light & Tasty It Will Make You Cry

Love Cheese? Try This 35 Calorie Alternative


Sponsored Links & Ads

Microwave Popcorn Popper 12 Cup $0.00 $10.23


newlunchbox


EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale, Silver

$44.95 $25.00


Keep Your Cooler - Insulated shopping bags, lunch coolers, coolers on wheels and much more!


Holland and Barrett sell Healthy Foods in the UK