If we’re being honest here...
Breaking Rules and Budgets
Rule Breaker Snacks’ Chocolate Chunk Blondie Juniors promise “snack time solved,” but at nearly $5 for five cookies, I had to see if they were solving hunger or just breaking my wallet. Here’s how they stacked up.
Size Matters (and Yumster Yo! Bars Missed the Memo)
Yumster Yo! Bars promised guilt-free snacking, but what I got was a flavor twist I didn’t see coming—and a portion size that made me question everything.
Self-Control? Never Heard of Her
Whole Foods’ 365 Sour Peach Rings promise clean candy energy but hide a little secret in the ingredients list. Sweet, sour, and almost perfect… until the dextrose hits.
Blueberry, Hemp, and Regret
Navitas Organics Blueberry Hemp Power Snacks promise superfood power in every bite—but deliver chewy, pricey disappointment instead. Organic? Yes. Tasty? Not so much.
Bananas, But Make Them Stale
These freeze-dried banana chips check all the “healthy” boxes—organic, vegan, gluten-free—but taste like stale air and bad decisions. Save your money and buy real bananas.
Review? I Was Too Busy Eating.
Red lentil rice with paprika and garlic that tastes like comfort itself. Gluten-free, plant-based, and certified organic—but most importantly, absolutely delicious. I forgot it was a review.
Smells Like a Hug, Acts Like a Frenemy
Sweet almond scent? Heavenly. Results? Mostly great—with a touch of frizz reality. Acure’s Ultra Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner makes hair soft, clean, and lightly glossy, but it’s no humidity hero.
Nacho average snack
Craving a snack that’s healthy and hits the spot? IMBHO put Thrive Market’s Grain-Free Tortilla Chips and salsa to the test—crunch, salt, spice (or lack thereof) and all. Spoiler: They’re not quite Chipotle, but they just might surprise you.
No more knot-so-good hair days
After testing every detangler on the shelf, I finally found “the one.” Honest Vanilla Citrus Detangler melts through knots, smells incredible, and leaves hair silky—not sticky.
Fluff you, Jet-Puffed
I never thought I’d say this, but Jet-Puffed marshmallows are dead to me. Dandies have completely redefined what a marshmallow should be—clean, rich, and free of questionable junk. If you’re ready to upgrade your marshmallow game, read on.
Heavenly, but difficult to love
Heavenly Hunks win on flavor and clean ingredients but lose points for being a bit of a diva. Sweet, chewy, coconut-forward, and best eaten before refrigeration ruins the mood. IMBHO—they’re heavenly… just..
LÄRA bar none.
LÄRABAR Kids delivers on its promise of real ingredients and big flavor in a tiny bar. Organic chocolate chips, chewy buckwheat, and a mission rooted in sustainability make this snack both guilt-free and toddler-approved. IMBHO—
Soom to be gone
I didn’t think I’d ever say this about a snack made from dates, but Soom’s Tahini Double Chocolate Bites are dangerously delicious. Soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet, these plant-based gems turned my skepticism into obsession. IMBHO—
I’m corn-flicted
Fillo’s Corn Poblano Rajas Walking Tamale had all the right ingredients—literally. Clean, simple, and full of authentic Mexican flavor. But between the mushy texture and refried-bean vibe, I couldn’t quite...
Zero credence given to Credo
Credo’s Smoky Cheddar Oat Milk Cheeze promised creamy, plant-based comfort. What I got was liquid smoke with a side of regret. It’s dairy-free and allergen-friendly, sure—but the taste and texture made this an IMBHO..
Fan-illa cake, even if you can’t bake
I don’t usually trust boxed cake mixes, but Miss Jones Baking Co. might’ve just changed my mind. This organic vanilla mix smells like a bakery, tastes like a dream, and—minus my “oops” moment of overpouring—is pure fan-illa perfection.
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