The 12 Healthiest Crackers You Can Buy At The Grocery Sto...

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The Details

Jason SpeakmanWomen’s Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Whether you sandwich PB between two of ‘em or cover ‘em with cheese, crackers are pretty much their own food group.

Are crackers actually healthy for you, though? “Most crackers are filled with potentially inflammatory ingredients, including gluten, processed vegetable oils like canola oil and soybean oil, added sugar, synthetic vitamins, and other preservatives,” says Sam Presicci, RD, lead dietitian for Snap Kitchen.

Why This Matters

“Unfortunately, these ingredients are mainstays in big-name brands like Ritz. ” Luckily (because what’s a life without crackers? ), genius better-for-you healthy cracker options—including everything from gluten-free classics to cauliflower crackers—are popping up all over the place.

Medical professionals are taking note of this development.

Key Takeaways

• Presicci also recommends opting for a box that’s gluten-free, has a simple ingredient list, and doesn’t contain any preservatives.
• Next time you put together a fancy cheese board (or just need snacks to stash at your desk), go for these healthy crackers.

The Bottom Line

“I prefer these over Mary’s original options, which contain soy,” says Presicci. “A solid gluten-free option, they hold up well with all kinds of dips and spreads.

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