SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) America's craving for healthier foods has prompted a stampede of sorts for a modern version of a traditional Lakota food, made by a company on South Dakota's Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

Native American Natural Foods launched the all-natural buffalo-and-cranberry Tanka (TAHNK'-ah) Bar last fall.

They were initially available online, and at a few outlets in western South Dakota.

But the company says it has quadrupled its manufacturing capacity and signed distribution agreements with several regional retailers.

The bar is now sold in Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota and half a dozen other states.

And since a national food show in March, demand has increased from other parts of the country.

On the Net: Tanka Bars: http://www.tankabar.com Slow Food Nation: http://slowfoodnation.org By AP Writer Carson Walker (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.) APNP 05-12-08 1102CDT | save this article / add to your favorites list