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Here a few healthy snack ideas, courtesy of one green planet. Let us know what kind of snacks you’re packing for your children this
school year on our Facebook wall.
Hummus & Crackers: This is a great snack to pack in a
lunchbox or to feed your children when they arrive home. Pair your child’s
favorite type of hummus with multigrain crackers or the veggie of their choice.
Nut butter with apples or celery: Apples or celery paired
with almond butter or peanut butter is a nutritious, protein packed snack. And
what child doesn't love good old peanut butter?!
Trail Mix: Mix up a combination of your child’s favorite
trail mix ingredients and add it to every lunchbox you fill. Try pairing
almonds, cashews, sunflower seeds and dried fruits in a small snack bag. Trail
mix is protein packed and fiber rich and is sure to give your children the
energy they need to get through the school day.
Popcorn: If your
child has a nut allergy or nuts aren't permitted in the cafeteria of their school,
organic popcorn is a great, low calorie alternative. Air popping is much
healthier than microwaving it. Air pop a batch of popcorn in the morning or the
night before and pack it up in your child lunchbox. You can always add a touch
of your own spice or herb to flavor it.
Fruit: Having fresh fruit in the house for snack time or a
packed lunch is always a great alternative. Pack your child a fresh fruit salad
or a yogurt and some fresh fruit to add in. Squirting lemon juice on fruit
salad made the night before will preserve its freshness. Adding an apple,
orange or bag of grapes to your child’s lunchbox is also a quick and easy
option.
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