BENEFITS: 1.Snacks can help meet nutritional recommendations. 2.Fruit and vegetable snacks are fat-free and high in vitamins and minerals. 3.Well- timed,low-calorie snacks can take the edge off hunger and help to to prevent overeating at mealtimes. DRAWBACKS: 1.Snacking on candy bars and high-fat foods adds empty calories and fats.2.Many commercially prepared snacks and dips are high in sodium.