Which food would be considered to be a nutrient poor snack choice?
A nutrient-poor snack choice would be a food that lacks essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, or fiber, while being high in unhealthy components like added sugars, unhealthy fats, or excessive sodium. Some examples include:
1. Potato chips
2. Candy bars
3. Soda or sugary drinks
4. Cookies or cakes with frosting
5. Processed snacks like cheese puffs or cheese balls
6. Sugary breakfast cereals
7. Ice cream or frozen desserts high in added sugars
8. Fast food items like french fries or chicken nuggets
9. White bread or doughnuts with refined flour and added sugars
10. Pre-packaged snack cakes or pastries with little nutritional value.