Timeline of National Snack Food Month 2022

National Snack Food Month timeline

2010

Kids are snacking more

A study showed that children in the U.S. snacked six times per day. That was twice as often as American children in the 1970s.

1941

Candy goes to war

Hershey's invented M&M's so that it could send some heat-resistant chocolates to soldiers in World War II.

1930

The accidental cookie

When Ruth Graves, a restaurant owner in Massachusetts, added pieces of chocolates to her cookie mix, hoping they would melt, little did she know that her failed experiment would produce the world's most- loved cookie!

1880

Candy goes corny

The Wunderlee Candy Company produced candy corn . It is interesting to remember that in those days candies were made by hand.

50,000 BC

Ancient trail mix

Evidence of wild date seeds, pine nuts, walnuts, acorns, and chestnuts can be found in the Shanidar Cave located in Northern Iraq. Cave dwellers loved to snack too!

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Yay for snacks! They can satisfy cravings, help you watch your weight, boost your metabolism, and even help you deal with sadness. Whatever your mood, there is a snack for you. So, let’s take advantage of National Snack Month in February. Hoard your favorite snacks and munch away. Snacking doesn’t always have to be unhealthy. In fact, it can be a great way to eat more proteins, fiber, and fruits — thereby helping your body stay in shape. Happy snacking!

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