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Broad Snack Recall Ties Salmonella to Dairy Powder in Popular Brands
A widespread recall of dozens of snacks—ranging from Utz chips to popcorn, nuts, and chocolate products—stems from potentially tainted powdered milk and buttermilk supplied by California Dairies. The FDA-reported voluntary recall, announced April 20, has prompted retailers nationwide to pull affected items; no injuries have been reported, but consumers are urged to discard or return any recalled products.
Billy Bob Thornton Reveals Rare Blood Type And Diet Constraints Shape His Snack Choices
Billy Bob Thornton disclosed on a Howie Mandel Does Stuff episode that he has AB-negative blood, a rare type, along with multiple allergies that force a highly restricted diet (no dairy, wheat, shellfish, or meat). He described breakfast with blueberries and gluten-free, dairy-free chips later, and shared a green-room snack of grapes dipped in Dijon mustard that has become a go-to treat. The 70-year-old actor also touched on past drastic weight changes for roles but said he no longer does extreme body transformations, all while promoting Landman with Sam Elliott.
Salmonella recall expands to Good & Gather trail mix and other nut blends
Illinois-based John B. Sanfilippo and Son is recalling multiple nut mixes and a Mexican street corn trail mix after potential salmonella contamination. The affected products include Good & Gather, Southern Style Nuts, Fisher, and Squirrel Brand mixes sold at Target and other retailers. The seasoning used contains dry milk powder that had been recalled previously, and the FDA notes the salmonella test on the seasoning was negative before use; the recall is precautionary. Consumers who purchased these items should not eat them and can return them to the store for a refund or replacement.
Three-Rule Snack Hack to Hit 100g Protein Daily
Nutritionist Rob Hobson promotes a no-cook, three-part snack formula—base, protein, and flavor—plus nutrient-dense “nutritional boosters” like seeds to help busy people reach about 100g of daily protein, with quick examples such as Greek yogurt with cherries, hummus with seeds, edamame, and roasted almonds with feta.
PepsiCo warns Iran conflict could push prices higher amid inflation fight
PepsiCo warned that the Iran war could raise input costs and, by extension, consumer prices, even as it previously cut snack prices to combat inflation. The company expects to offset higher costs through its supply infrastructure, productivity gains, and adjustments to its price-pack architecture, with six to 12 months of hedging offering some protection. In the latest quarter, revenue rose 8.5% to $19.4 billion and net income climbed 27% to $2.3 billion, helped by rebounding North American snack volumes and resilient international markets.
Snack Smart: 10 Easy High-Protein Picks for Athletes on the Go
GQ outlines 10 ready-to-eat, high-protein snacks (from salmon jerky to tuna with avocado) and explains protein targets for active people (about 0.8 g/kg minimum, up to 1.2–2.0 g/kg for regular or intense activity). It emphasizes variety, fiber, and balanced meals, plus timing around workouts or between meals to close the protein gap without turning snacks into meals.
Smart snacking: almonds deliver big nutrition with fewer calories than you think
Nutrition experts explain that almonds offer fiber, protein and healthy fats, making them a satisfying, nutrient-dense snack that can curb hunger and stabilize energy; the piece also shares formulas for healthier snacking and argues almonds are unfairly demonised even though they can contain about 30% fewer calories than people assume.
Beyond rebrands to broaden plant-based lineup with drinks and snacks
Beyond Meat is dropping 'Meat' from its name to become Beyond and expanding into plant-based beverages and snacks, including sparkling drinks like Beyond Immerse, unveiled at Natural Products Expo West 2026.
Beyond Eggs: 9 High-Protein Snacks to Power Your Day
A GQ wellness feature outlines nine non-egg, high-protein snack options across meat and plant bases—from Icelandic dried fish and biltong to seitan, edamame, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, lupin beans, cottage cheese, and hummus with pita—highlighting protein-per-100g ranges (up to about 80g for dried fish and 50g for biltong, with 11–42g for various plants) and suggesting pairings and servings that boost complete amino acids and gut health for busy schedules.
Jerky: Protein Power or Salt Load? Experts Weigh In
The NYT Ask Well piece weighs the pros and cons of jerky as a healthy snack, noting its portability and high-protein appeal across many flavors and brands, while warning that sodium and additives vary by product and that not all jerky is equally healthy.
PepsiCo trims US snack prices ahead of the Super Bowl
PepsiCo will cut the suggested US retail prices of snacks like Doritos, Lay's and Cheetos by nearly 15% this week in response to consumer pressure over higher living costs and the appetite-suppressing GLP-1 medications; packaging, ingredients and taste will stay the same, while retailers set shelf prices. The move, timed before the Super Bowl, aims to boost demand as the company focuses on multipacks, portion control and upcoming health-oriented products such as Doritos Protein, while pursuing productivity savings for 2026.
Trader Joe’s 16-Snack Lineup for a Winning Super Bowl Party
A curator’s pick of 16 Trader Joe’s snacks and sides ideal for a Super Bowl party, spanning crackers, chips, dips, flatbreads, and bite-sized treats—from Everything but the Bagel Crackers and Ketchup Chips to mandarin orange chicken and mac-and-cheese bites—with tips on dip pairings, stocking multiples for crowd sizes, and serving ideas to keep guests fed and satisfied.
Power-Protein On the Go: 10 Easy Snacks for Hitting Your Macros
The piece explains that a true high-protein snack delivers about 10–25 g of protein, with daily targets ranging roughly from 0.8 g/kg to 2.0 g/kg for active individuals. Snacks are useful after workouts and between meals to close the protein gap, stabilize energy, and support muscle recovery. It offers 10 dietitian-approved options (salmon jerky; hard-boiled eggs; Greek yogurt with protein powder and berries; cottage cheese with fruit; edamame; nuts and seeds; roasted chickpeas; apple with nut butter; protein shake; tuna with avocado on crackers) and emphasizes varying protein sources and pairing with fiber-rich foods for a balanced diet.
Snack Shelf Time Capsule: 20 Beloved Discontinued Treats Fans Wish Back
BuzzFeed rounds up 20 popular snacks that were discontinued, pulling from Reddit threads and comments to showcase reader nostalgia for items like Altoids Sours, Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, Choco Tacos, pudding pops, purple ketchup, and more, and invites readers to share additional favorites.