The Latest Protein Hack: Snacking on a Wedge of Parmesan Cheese?
Everyone is crazy about protein these days.
Food social media is filled with tips and tricks on how to pack your diet with protein. Some of them are legit, but THIS is absurd: People are snacking on wedges of parmesan cheese.
Parmesan Reggiano is known to be a high-protein cheese, with more than 10 grams of protein per ounce.
In one TikTok, a woman is sitting in her car, unwrapping a full wedge of parmesan, and the caption says, "I'm over protein bars. Switching to full blocks of parmesan." And she just bites it off the block. (
Experts say that parmesan is a solid protein source . . . but it's NOT great for binge-snacking, because of its higher fat and sodium levels. If you do add it to your diet, they suggest "pairing it with fiber-rich foods for balance."
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Arby’s Has A 2 for $7 Ham and Swiss Melt Deal
Arby’s is offering a limited-time deal that offers 2 Ham and Swiss Melt sandwiches for $7. The Arby’s Ham and Swiss Melt sandwich consists of thinly sliced smoked ham topped with melted Swiss cheese on a lightly toasted sesame seed bun.
To get this deal, go to any Arby’s location and mention it at the counter, or redeem it online or on the Arby’s app.
The Arby’s 2 for $7 Ham and Swiss Melt deal is available for a limited time at participating Arby’s locations nationwide.
Ham And Swiss Melt Nutrition Facts
- 380 calories
- 13 grams of fat
- 5 grams of saturated fat
- 1370 milligrams of sodium
- 40 grams of carbs
- 5 grams of sugar
- 26 grams of protein
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The FDA is phasing out the use of artificial dyes by the end of next year. These dyes are used in a lot of colorful snacks, like Flamin' Hot Cheetos, Mountain Dew Baja Blast, Skittles, M&Ms, Takis, Pop-Tarts, Kool Aid, Starburst, Twinkies, Airheads, Lucky Charms, and even NyQuil.
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There are videos online of people in Walmart freaking out because there are anti-theft locks on meat. Some locations have been doing it for a while, probably in higher-crime areas. Here is one shopper's reaction to the locked up meats.
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