Saltine crackers aren’t exactly known for their health benefits, but if that’s what you’re craving, this is the box you to grab. Conventional saltines are filled with waist-widening soybean oil and heart-harming partially hydrogenated oil — not a fit for any healthy eating plan. read more
Eat your saltines with healthy ingredients to increase your intake of nutrients. For example, add a slice of low-fat cheese to increase the calcium and protein content of your snack. Top the crackers with a small amount of plain low-fat Greek yogurt and fresh berries to add fiber and potassium. read more
Starchy carbohydrates such as those found in saltine crackers, white bread, pasta and white rice have a high glycemic index. This means that they're converted to sugar very quickly. When you eat something with a high glycemic index, your blood glucose levels rise. This requires your body to release insulin to absorb extra sugar. read more