Shopping on line can be easy, simple and save you lots of money. It can also take a lot of your time, frustrate you, and result in unwanted purchases. Now the same can be said for regular high street shopping, but with the vast opportunity presented by the Internet it will pay you to spend a few minutes reading this and understanding how to better optimize your Smartfood shopping experience:
1. Compare - without doubt the biggest advantage that the Smartfood offers shoppers today is the ability to compare thousands of Smartfood at a time. This is a great thing, but not necessarily all the time! Too much can be daunting at times so take advantage of the great comparison sites and where possible let them do the hard work for you.
2. Research - if it has been said it will be on the internet. Ignorance is no longer a justifiable reason for buying the wrong thing. Take the time to research in detail everything that you could possible want to know about
3. Testimonials - don't know anybody that has bought a Smartfood? Wrong! If the Smartfood is good the internet will let you know. Use the Internet as a friend and get testimonials before you buy.
4. Questions - Got a question about Smartfood then search the Forums, FAQ's, Blogs etc. Don't be afraid to ask .....
5. Reputation - Never heard of the company selling Smartfood? Don't worry, no reason why you should know every company in the world, but you know someone that does! Use the internet to find out what people are saying about Smartfood and build up a picture of their reputation for sales, returns, customer service, delivery etc.
6. Returns - still worried that even after all of the above your Smartfood wont be what you want? Check out the returns policy. There is so much competition now that someone, somewhere is bound to offer the terms that you are comfortable with.
7. Feedback - happy with your Smartfood then let people know, after all you are depending on others people input in your buying decision, so why not give a little back.
8. Security - check for the yellow padlock on the Smartfood site before you buy, and the s after http:/ /i.e. https:// = a secure site
9. Contact - got a question about Smartfood, or want to leave a comment then check out the sites contact page. Reputable companies have them and respond.
10. Payment - ready to pay for your Smartfood, then use your credit card or PayPal! Be aware of companies that don't accept them, there may be genuine reasons but given the huge amount of choice you have when buying online there is no reason at all not to buy via credit card or PayPal.
Smartfood Popcorn is a white cheddar cheese cheese-flavored popcorn offered by the
Frito-Lay company.
History
{{Infobox nutrition facts
| serv_size_us = 1¾ cups
| serv_size_met = 28g
| #_servings = 6
| calories = 160
| cal_from_fat = 90
| total_fat_g = 10
| sat_fat_g = 2
| trans_fat_g = 0
| cholesterol_mg = 5
| sodium_mg = 290
| potassium_mg = 0
| carb_g = 14
| fiber_g = 2
| sugars_g = 2
| protein_g = 3
| vit_a = 0
| vit_c = 0
| calcium = 6
| iron = 2
-->Smartfood was first created in
1985 by Andrew Martin, Ken Meyers and Martin's wife
Ann Whithey, and was intended to fill recloseable packages that Martin and his business partner, Ken Meyers, were trying to market. Meyers was quoted in the New York Times as saying that "he popcorn turned out better than the package." Smartfood was first marketed under the registered brand name in 1985, and was manufactured in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Massachusetts.
According to Meyers: "Unlike the cheese popcorn already on the market, ours was made with real cheese and it didn't glow in the dark. We wanted quality and we were up against the negative consumer image, because prepopped popcorn in a bag was considered garbage, not worth the money because it's not fresh and you can make it better and cheaper at home."
In January 1989, the company was sold to Texas-based Frito-Lay for an undisclosed amount, but reportedly the amount was 14.5 million dollars. According to trademark filings in
2004, the company intends to expand the brand to cover a broad line of snacks made with potato, soy, nuts, puffed cheese, and a variety of grains (wheat, oats, rice, corn). However, this brand expansion is being opposed by Kellogg Company, makers of Smart Start breakfast cereals.
Ann Whithey and Martin later formed Annie's Homegrown, which markets macaroni and cheese, pasta, and other organic products.
External links
- Frito-Lay Smartfood
- The Din of Popcorn Fills the Land, in the New York Times
- History of Annie's Homegrown
- Filings for expanded trademark
Smartfood Popcorn is a white cheddar cheese
cheese-flavored popcorn offered by the Frito-Lay company.
History
{{Infobox nutrition facts
| serv_size_us = 1¾ cups
| serv_size_met = 28g
| #_servings = 6
| calories = 160
| cal_from_fat = 90
| total_fat_g = 10
| sat_fat_g = 2
| trans_fat_g = 0
| cholesterol_mg = 5
| sodium_mg = 290
| potassium_mg = 0
| carb_g = 14
| fiber_g = 2
| sugars_g = 2
| protein_g = 3
| vit_a = 0
| vit_c = 0
| calcium = 6
| iron = 2
-->Smartfood was first created in
1985 by Andrew Martin, Ken Meyers and Martin's wife
Ann Whithey, and was intended to fill recloseable packages that Martin and his business partner, Ken Meyers, were trying to market. Meyers was quoted in the
New York Times as saying that "he popcorn turned out better than the package." Smartfood was first marketed under the registered brand name in 1985, and was manufactured in
Marlborough, Massachusetts, Massachusetts.
According to Meyers: "Unlike the cheese popcorn already on the market, ours was made with real cheese and it didn't glow in the dark. We wanted quality and we were up against the negative consumer image, because prepopped popcorn in a bag was considered garbage, not worth the money because it's not fresh and you can make it better and cheaper at home."
In January
1989, the company was sold to Texas-based Frito-Lay for an undisclosed amount, but reportedly the amount was 14.5 million dollars. According to trademark filings in
2004, the company intends to expand the brand to cover a broad line of snacks made with potato, soy, nuts, puffed cheese, and a variety of grains (wheat, oats, rice, corn). However, this brand expansion is being opposed by Kellogg Company, makers of
Smart Start breakfast cereals.
Ann Whithey and Martin later formed
Annie's Homegrown, which markets macaroni and cheese, pasta, and other organic products.
External links
- Frito-Lay Smartfood
- The Din of Popcorn Fills the Land, in the New York Times
- History of Annie's Homegrown
- Filings for expanded trademark
