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6 simple and delicious snacks for healthy aging

Try these bites for radiant skin, a slim waistline and better overall health.


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Snack time tends to be the worst time for healthy eating—hunger can make you reach for the first greasy food you come across, despite your better judgment. Even if you plan ahead, it’s hard to come up with healthy, satisfying snack ideas.

We worked with Jessica Hargroder, a registered dietitian nutritionist from St. Mark’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, to create a list of irresistible snacks that are actually good for you. You’ll think you’re indulging, but these tasty bites are guilt-free and may even add years to your life.

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Written by Rose Hayes, MA, RN.
Medically reviewed by Mark Arredondo, MD.September, 2025
Updated onAugust, 2026
Written by Rose Hayes, MA, RN.
Medically reviewed by Mark Arredondo, MD.September, 2025
Updated onAugust, 2026
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