Dodging the Punch: Swapping Seed Oils for Healthier, Tasty Snacks

Since I’m over here writing about all the things we shouldn’t eat, I figured, why not flip the script and share some goodies we can eat? And no, I’m not just talking about the usual fruits and veggies—I’m talking snacks! Especially if you’ve got kids, because let’s face it, they’re all about the snacks.

When I first started cutting seed oils from our diet, I was like, "How am I ever going to pull this off?" But once I got the scoop that avocado oil is where it’s at, my life got a whole lot easier. Now, it’s pretty much avocado oil or bust for everything I buy.

Take Nutella, for example. I swapped it out for a brand made with—you guessed it—avocado oil, and when I compared the ingredients, I was straight-up horrified we’d been eating that stuff. And don’t even get me started on Doritos! I found an alternative that my kids don’t complain about.

Sure, these better-for-you brands might cost a bit more, but hey, isn’t your health worth it? I mean, you wouldn’t just stand there and let someone punch you repeatedly, right? You’d learn to block and dodge, and it’s the same deal with food. Educate yourself and make the switch. A great resource to check out is the Weston A. Price Foundation—they’ve got tons of valuable info.

Oh, and here’s another tip: I started shopping on Thrive Market. They’ve got all the healthy brands (but always check ingredients), and I’m actually saving money. Plus, it’s delivered right to your door, and you can even set it up on auto-ship. In today’s hectic world, that’s a win in my book!

A couple brands we love- Lesser Evil, Siete, Simple Mills.

Quick heads-up: not all Simple Mills products are made with avocado oil. It’s important to check each product individually. Just because some of their items don’t contain seed oils doesn’t mean they all follow suit. I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to do your own research. Make sure you’re reading labels carefully to ensure you’re making the best choices for your health.

And I can’t forget about the BBQ chips! My middle son absolutely loves them and made it very clear that they’re a must-have in our pantry. So, there you have it—kid approved!

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