Product Reviews

Enjoy Life Foods Trail Mix
www.enjoylifefoods.com
Beach Bash

Review by Caroline Yoder

As of January 2006, food manufacturers are required to list allergens (such as gluten, soy, or dairy) that might be present in their products. While this legislation has made grocery shopping safer for those who suffer from food allergies, it has also made grocery shopping a little more tedious and time-consuming. What's a busy family to do?

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Fortunately, food manufacturers have caught on to this growing need for allergen-free foods. Although many now produce gluten-free items, few have created an entire line that is free of common food allergens. Enjoy Life Foods is just one such rare company. Their products contain no wheat, dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, soy, fish, or shellfish. Whether you are allergic to these foods, or simply prefer to avoid them, Enjoy Life has created a multitude of products to fit your lifestyle.

My favorite items from the Enjoy Life line are the Not Nuts! trail mixes. There are currently two varieties available: Beach Bash and Mountain Mambo. Both feature seeds and assorted dried fruits. Beach Bash takes on a decidedly tropical flair with its inclusion of dried pineapple, apricots, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds. Mountain Mambo includes dried apples, raisins, and non-dairy chocolate chips for a little added sweetness. These are the perfect grab-and-go snack, whether you are trekking the Adirondacks or navigating through the grocery store.

Caroline Yoder is currently a student at Duke University, studying English and Psychology. She hopes one day to become a writer in the health field.

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