The Upside Crackers provide carbohydrates to help maintain energy level. Whole grain crackers may contain B-vitamins and minerals. Oat and whole wheat crackers contain fiber . The Downside Many crackers are high fat and made with saturated fats such as coconut oil and palm or palm kernel oil. High consumption of saturated fats and trans fats has been associated with greater risk of heart disease and obesity .
Crackers are often high in salt.
Read the nutrition facts panel carefully, checking for how many crackers make up a serving. Choose whole-grain crisp breads and stock a variety. Eat fewer crackers made with saturated fat, such as lard, vegetable shortening, palm kernel oil, coconut oil, margarine, or butter. Chips Chips are thin snack foods made from fried or baked sliced potatoes, corn dough or other substances. The Upside Chips provide some vitamin E and potassium .