How to Pack a Kid's Lunch for a Outdoor Summer Camp
School is out and your kids are going to summer camp! Send them with a healthy lunch so they will have the energy and nutrients to be active all day. It's not hard to pack a good lunch for camp.
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To keep food cool, use a lunchbox or cooler that is insulated and pack reusable gel or ice packs around the food. Thermal containers also help to keep food hot or cold, such as a drink or soup.
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Plastic food containers are a good way to keep food from getting crushed.
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Give your kids bottled water, a sports drink, or a 100-percent fruit or vegetable juice.
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Try to include foods from each food group to make a balanced meal. An example of a healthy lunch is a turkey sandwich, carrots, celery sticks, fresh fruit and a whole grain energy bar.
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Kids usually eat more at camp than at school because of all the physical activities. Pack snacks and healthy treats as well.
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