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Japanese Rice Crackers
Tuesday, May 31, 2005

If you are addicted to crunchy snacks as much as I am, then you have probably found yourself in a situation where a diet was necessary in order to counter the effects of this addiction. Dieting of course mean giving up your beloved crunchy snacks, which probably leads to even more cravings, and finally, a total meltdown as you ultimately just give in and indulge in an entire bag of Cheddar 'n' Sour Cream potato chips, or whatever your personal favorite happens to be.

I went through this cycle so many times that I actually consulted a certified nutritionist about my problem. I wanted her to give me a list of snacks that would satisfy my cravings, yet wouldn't derail my diet completely. One of the items on her list was sembei, or Japanese rice crackers. These are very thin, grilled crackers made from rice flour and assorted flavorings. Some of the flavors include vegetable, soy sauce, or even cheese (my personal favorite). These crackers are actually quite healthy (meaning lower in calories and fat) when compared to other snacks. I also find them to be more filling than American-style rice cakes. Best of all, Japanese rice crackers pack one heck of a crunch!

I have been eating these rice crackers for a couple of years now. I can't say that they make me completely forget about potato chips or Doritos, but they are great for daily snacking. I eat my rice crackers during the week, and then reward myself with a small bag of any other snack that I want during the weekend. This system has been working pretty well. I have noticed some weight loss, and I don't feel as much guilt when I eat too many rice crackers as I would if I ate too many potato chips.

Japanese rice crackers are usually available at Oriental markets, or at some larger supermarket chains. Try some today and change your snacking habits for the better!

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