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Beat the mid-afternoon snack craving

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Nature Valley Granola Thins and homemade iced tea

It has been so hot the last few days. However, I made a promise to myself years ago, that I would never complain about the heat in the summer. I only need to remember those freezing cold days in the winter and I feel a whole lot cooler. Instead we've been keeping the play around here pretty low key. The girls and I are spending a lot of time playing in the shade, with water.

One thing that I notice when the temperature rises is how it impacts our eating habits. The kids tend to snack on a lot of fruit and veggies throughout the day. It is also really important to keep them hydrated, otherwise they get so tired and cranky. I gotta say, I can totally relate. This hot weather turns me into a snacker too. I am especially effected by my mid afternoon cravings.

This week I had the yummy opportunity to try out some new snacks from Fibre 1 and Nature Valley. First, let me say that I am a HUGE Fibre 1 fan. In fact, I have been eating a bowl of Fibre 1 cereal for breakfast every morning for the last 3 years. It was recommended to me by the doctor who preformed my colonoscopy...is that too much information? Anyway, suffice it to say I was happy to try these fibre filled treats. Not surprising, they were quite delicious. Anytime you combine chocolate, caramel and pretzel in one food, I am happy!

To help beat the crazy heat I popped the Nature Valley Granola Thins, that are coated in chocolate, into the freezer.

Nature Valley Granola Thins in freezer

When I pulled them out a little while later they were cool, crisp and refreshing. The perfect accompaniment to my tall, icy glass of homemade iced tea. My 2 o'clock craving was filled!

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Would you like to try one of these new snacks; the Fibre 1 Brownies (chocolatey fudge or chocolate peanut butter flavours),  the Fibre 1 Chocolate Caramel & Pretzel Bars or the Nature Valley Granola Thins (chocolate and peanut butter flavours) for free!?! Check out the awesome coupon available on the Life Made Delicous Facebook page. For a limited time, now until July 4th, you can grab the coupon. Simply redeem the coupon on July 24th...it is a one day coupon. Pick up your box on July 24th and enjoy your tasty treats!
Wanna win a Fibre 1 & Nature Valley prize pack?!? Tell me which treat are most eager to try, along with an email address where I can contact you, in the comments below. The contest is open to all Canadian residents. I'll be drawing the winner on July 3rd.  You might find this giveaway on other blogs, please feel free to enter on multiple blogs. Contest is now closed.

 

Disclosure - I am participating in the Life Made Delicious Ambassador Program by Mom Central Canada on behalf of General Mills. I received compensation as a thank you for participating and for sharing my honest opinion. The opinions on this blog are my own.

 

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About Jen

Jen Farr is a mother living in Toronto, Canada. She has been sharing her DIY crafts, recipes, activities and parenting advice for over 15 years on her blog Kitchen Counter Chronicle. Jen is the mom of 2 lovely daughters. She believes in the power of taking small steps that can make big impacts on the world.

Comments

  1. KitchenCounterChronicles says

    The Fibre 1 bars are quite yummy!

  2. KitchenCounterChronicles says

    Love chocolate brownies!

  3. Anonymous says

    they all sound soooo yummy - can't wait to try them all. <3 Can't figure out how to post a profile, but this is YFA Pat. lol

    • KitchenCounterChronicles says

      Great!

  4. Paula Schuck says

    Great idea to freeze them!! Yummy!!

    • KitchenCounterChronicles says

      Thanks!

  5. Carrie says

    I want to try the brownies

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    • KitchenCounterChronicles says

      A very popular choice!

  6. Heather @ Raising Memories Blog says

    The brownies! 🙂
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    • KitchenCounterChronicles says

      Great!

  7. KitchenCounterChronicles says

    Awesome!

  8. KitchenCounterChronicles says

    They're pretty good!

  9. Amy C says

    I would like to try the Fibre 1 Brownies.

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  10. Victoria S says

    Victoria

    The Fiber 1 Brownies (again!)

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