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By Dr. Madelyn  Fernstrom It’s hard to make healthy foods choices when you’re running around, and don’t have time to preplan. In the perfect world, you’d be carrying a fruit, or small protein bar, or a small bag of nuts when you need a snack. In the real world, this is much tougher. This week, I’m going to focus on four popular destinations for snacking:  the mall, the movie theatre, the ballpark, and the airport. While healthy eating does not require snacking, it’s an eating style that many people enjoy. One or two well-spaced snacks can be a great boost for weight control, as long as you account for those EXTRA calories. A loose definition of a snack is around 125-225 calories (it can be less). At the mall: If you’re looking for something sweet, try a small soft-serve frozen yogurt or ice milk (think Dairy Queen, McDonald’s, or I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt). A one-cup serving is about 200 calories. Share with a friend and you’ve cut the calories in half. Skip the toppings to...

By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom A day at the ballpark puts a smile on the face of most everyone I know. As you make your way to your seat, you’ll see all kinds of tempting foods. And even if you keep walking straight to your seat, you’ll constantly be reminded throughout the game by the vendors who pass through the aisles! Here are some of my best tips to keep in mind. Following them will allow you to enjoy both the ballgame AND indulge in some fun ballpark foods. One big hint—when it comes to ballpark foods, sharing is a good word to keep in mind! Think a large soft pretzel is a healthy choice because it’s low in fat? Don’t be fooled, since that doughy delight has about 500 calories! Debating between the peanuts and Cracker Jack? For the same 6 ounces of each – the Cracker Jack has only 600 calories, while the nuts weigh in with a whopping 1,000 calories and 100 grams of fat (equivalent to eating three cups of cheese!). While the foot long hotdogs look tempting, covered with chili and chees...