PRNewswire
April 17 , 2006

SURGEON CREATES REVOLUTIONARY SNACK TO HELP FIGHT CHILDHOOD OBESITY

Pro-Bites Healthy Snacking Campaign To Support Lawmakers Efforts To Ban Junk Foods In Schools

April 17 /Chicago/ -- Surgeon, entrepreneur, and CEO of Peak Performance Foods Steven Snodgrass, M.D., F.A.C.S. has operated on thousands of obese patients, many of whom were children. This led to his creation of a revolutionary snack, Pro-Bites. Pro-Bites is a great tasting, puffed protein snack, that is quick, easy, and truly healthy. Realizing everyone is busy these days, he developed protein-on-the-go. "Everyone knows that one of the keys to a healthy diet is to eat quality protein during your meals and snacks," Dr. Snodgrass said. "When you eat Pro-Bites, you make eating count and feel full and satisfied, so you are going to eat less during the day. Rather than eating a snack that does not help your body, we ask that once during the day you eat Pro-Bites instead."

Future Hall of Fame baseball pitcher Roger Clemens endorses the product. Also, Pro-Bites was selected as the Official Snack of USA Volleyball.

USA Volleyball Secretary General Kerry Klostermann says, "USA Volleyball's core mission is to provide sport as a vehicle for children and adults to enhance physical fitness, embrace a healthy lifestyle, have fun and encourage the values of teamwork and communication. The nutritional value of Pro-Bites is a perfect alignment with our values."

Each serving of Pro-Bites contains 13g of protein. Pro-Bites remain low in carbohydrates and contain no trans fat or cholesterol. It is also a great source for iron. Packaged in one ounce serving portions, Pro-Bites provide the health benefits of protein in a convenient snack format never seen before.

"Schools are beginning to ban 'junk' foods and are scrambling for new snack ideas. Pro-Bites are a healthy, tasty alternative," said Sue Gulley, RD, a hospital-based registered clinical dietician.

Dr. Snodgrass said, "Pro-Bites are perfect for school, camps, ballgames, and all recreational activities. My goal is to provide a great tasting snack that will help your family win the fight against childhood obesity."

Pro-Bites are not yet in stores, but will be soon. For now, order online at www.probites.com.

If you'd like more information about Pro-Bites, or to schedule an interview with Dr. Steven Snodgrass, please contact Dr. Snodgrass at 270-779-8107 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it