Tips for Making Sensible Food Choices This Summer

In the summer, many of us are spending more time outdoors, and our schedules include running to and from the beach, the ballpark or a backyard barbecue.

Due to our on-the-go summer lifestyles, we often trade sit-down meals planned with sensible and wise food choices with quick meals on the run, or even dinner from a snack bar or local burger joint.

Rather than succumb to the temptation of the snack bar, consumers have many options. Food companies are offering portion-controlled meals and snacks in the "better for you" category, which are more practical and convenient and aren't loaded with extra fat and calories.

"Regardless of the season, we know people with active lifestyles are looking for foods that are portion-controlled to fit their busy schedules," said Schryse Williams, vice president of consumer brands for Dawn Food Products Inc. "The market for weight-loss foods is expected to grow at an annual rate of 4.7 percent to 8.1 percent through 2010, with a growing number of consumers seeking smarter, yet convenient snack options."

Beat the summer heat with a mouth-watering ice cream for dessert!

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