Do you remember the SnackWell's craze? Low-fat cookies are still popular and many dieters think they can indulge guilt-free. The problem is taht most of these snacks are made with extra sugar, which means they often have just as many calories as the full-fat version, if not more.
Smarter Substitute: Oatmeal Cookies
These are a great way to indulge a cookie craving while also getting whole grains. Not all are created equal, though: Skip those made with high-fructose corn syrup, white flour and butter in favor of varieties made with honey or can juice, whole wheat flour and oil.
Health Bonus: Lower Cholesterol
The fiber found in oatmeal keeps your body from absorbing bad cholesterol.
Try: Kashi TLC Cookies
One cookie has 130 calories, 1.5 g saturated fat, 4 g fiber
8. 100-Calorie Snack Packs
You might want to skip these if you are trying to lose weight. A recent study showed that people may eat more food and calories if the portions are presented in small sizes and packages. With smaller serving sizes, study participants didn't feel the need to regulate their intake, so they ate more than one portion before feeling satisfied.
Smarter Substitute: A small serving of almonds
Their healthy monounsaturated fat, fiber and protein will tide you over until your next meal.
Health Bonus: Stronger bones
Almonds are an excellent source of bone-building magnesium, as well as the immune-boosting antioxidant vitamin E.
Try: Blue Diamond Natural Oven Roasted Almonds A one-ounce serving has 160 calories, 1 g saturated fat, 3 g fiber.
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