Healthy Snack Foods for Children
Having healthy snack foods in the house for children is an important part of a parent's job. With the constant advertising for junk food, every child needs to be reminded that eating well is essential to living a long, healthy life. Start choosing healthy snack foods for children instead of sugar-filled garbage that can actually harm your child's health. Below are a few suggestions to help get you started.
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Fruits
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Peaches, melons, berries, oranges, apples and other fruits are very healthy snack foods for children. Keep these cut up in the refrigerator so your child can easily grab his favorite fruit for a snack.
Vegetables
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Serve your child sliced cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflower or grape tomatoes and baby carrots for an after-school snack. Add a small amount of her favorite dressing for dipping the vegetables in.
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Yogurt
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Yogurt is an easy and quick snack filled with health benefits. Choose from a variety of flavors or buy unflavored or vanilla and add your child's favorite fruit.
Dried Fruit
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Dried fruit is a great and healthy snack food for children. Pick from a variety of plain dried fruits or choose those coated with yogurt or chocolate.
Nuts and Seeds
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Keep a bowl of mixed nuts and seeds on the counter for your child. Add some dried fruit, miniature marshmallows and chocolate chips to make your own child-friendly trail mix.
Granola Bars
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Granola bars come in a huge variety of kid-friendly flavors. Choose a brand that is low in sugar and preservatives.
Popcorn
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Natural popcorn is one of the best healthy snack foods for children. Sprinkle with grated cheese and a small amount of salt or garlic powder.
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Resources
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