Stuff We Like – Food & Snacks 3 Search Skip to content Menu Menu follow us Store Articles Community Loyal-T Club Loyal-T Points Rewards Subscribe to Save Search Search The World s Trusted Source & Community for Elite Fitness Stuff We LikeFood & Snacks Stuff We Like – Food & Snacks 3 Good Tasting Good For Ya by T Nation February 20, 2020June 6, 2021 Tags Food & Snacks As an Amazon Associate, T Nation earns from qualifying purchases. When you buy something, using the retail links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. T Nation does not accept money for editorial reviews. Read more about our policy. Kitu Caramel Super Espresso From Amazon Organic and lactose-free. 0g sugar, 5g protein, 40 calories. When I impulse-purchased a can of this at the store, I was just looking for a convenient boost to get me through an afternoon of errand running. I was not expecting to be blown away by the flavor. I actually double-checked the ingredients to make sure I hadn't grabbed something packed with sugar. Nope! It's sweetened with monk fruit extract and contains a little MCT oil (extracted from coconut oil), a bit of whey protein, and L-theanine – a non-essential amino acid known for its nootropic effects. And of course, being espresso, there's also 180mg of caffeine. I tried the caramel, but it also comes in plain and vanilla. And those little 6-ounce cans are just adorable, aren't they? – Chris Shugart BUY NOW Siete Grain-Free Taco Shells From Amazon Soy free, gluten free, paleo, and vegan. 4 pack (48 shells). Soft corn tortillas aren't that bad for you, but once they're fried up in junky oils, they definitely move over into the cheat-food category. That's why I was shocked when I read the ingredient list of these shells. They're remarkably "clean." To avoid all grains, they're made mainly with cassava (a starchy root) and pumpkin. They're actually paleo-approved, if you're into that. Now, they are NOT low carb, but the calories and carbs are roughly the same as a standard corn taco shell (about 120 calories and 14 grams of carbs per two-shell serving). And instead of canola oil, they're made with avocado oil. Crunchy tacos are back on the menu! – Chris Shugart BUY NOW Wickles Spicy Red Sandwich Spread From Amazon Gluten free and vegan. You've seen those studies about how eating peppers can temporarily give your metabolism a mild boost, right? Well, that's not why I eat this stuff. I eat it because it's damn tasty. Made with jalapeno peppers and cucumbers, it brings the heat along with a touch of sweetness (without added sugar). While they call it a "sandwich spread" I've never actually put it on a sandwich. Instead, I stir a dollop into rice and use it as a topping for boring chicken breasts. Your eyes will water and your forehead will bead with sweat, but you'll be smiling. – Chris Shugart BUY NOW Butternut Squash Pretzels Real Food From the Ground Up From Amazon Certified gluten free and vegan. Hey, if you're going to snack, you might as well put some vegetables into your body while you're at it. These are made with cassava, butternut squash, pumpkin, and cauliflower. You can eat 20 of them for 110 calories. I wouldn't say they're nutritionally perfect, but they sure beat your standard-variety pretzels and chips. Just try not to eat the whole dang bag at once. – Chris Shugart BUY NOW Lundberg Rice Cakes From Amazon Organic brown rice, gluten free, lightly salted. I know, I know. Rice cakes are like eating nutritionally-void packing peanuts, right? Well, I think rice cakes have gotten a bum rap. They're perfectly fine, and rice has been a bodybuilding staple since dudes were hoisting globe barbells over their heads at Venice Beach. Think of rice cakes not as a stand-alone food, but as a vehicle for other good stuff, one that adds some crunch to a bland diet. That's why I prefer these rice cakes from Lundberg: they're extra crunchy and don't have that Styrofoam texture. They're more like extra-thick crackers. With just two ingredients – brown rice and a pinch of salt – and only 60 calories each, they'll elevate your snacking game. – Chris Shugart BUY NOW Get The T Nation Newsletters Don' t Miss Out Expert Insights To Get Stronger, Gain Muscle Faster, And Take Your Lifting To The Next Level related posts Stuff We Like Stuff We Like – Personal Care 2 Even serious lifters need to do a little grooming. Yes, even powerlifters. Here's some of our favorite stuff. Personal Care, Stuff We Like T Nation October 30 Stuff We Like Stuff We Like – Personal Care 1 The Best Stuff to Keep You Sexy Personal Care, Stuff We Like T Nation September 18 Stuff We Like Stuff We Like – Books 3 Improve your body, expand your mind, and enhance your life. Here are some great books to help. Books T Nation September 23 Stuff We Like Stuff We Like – Equipment 1 We test out a lot of training gear and accessories. Not all of it passes muster. Here's what did and where to buy it. Equipment T Nation January 2