Snacking

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Consumer choosing between a healthy, natural snack and a misleadingly packaged snack bar with high sugar content.

The Nutrient-Dense Grazing Shift: Consumer Snacking Habits in 2026

Despite a 45% consumer preference for 'nutrient-dense' snacks, the average 'healthy' snack bar still contains 15 grams of sugar, revealing a significant disconnect between consumer intent and product

Ryan Patel·June 8, 2026

A prediabetic adult sleeping soundly with a healthy protein and fiber snack placed on their nightstand, symbolizing improved glucose control.

Food

Strategic Late Snacks Reduce Morning Glucose in Prediabetics

A recent randomized controlled trial found that prediabetic adults who consumed a specific protein and fiber-rich snack before bed reduced their morning fasting glucose by an average of 12%.

Isabella Cortez·June 1, 2026