Healthy snack time is a great opportunity to sneak some extra nutrients into your child’s diet. Instead of highly processed snack foods, snack time is a great time to offer your child whole foods that provide energy and nutrition.
1. Yogurt
Yogurt is an excellent snack for kids because it’s a good source of protein and calcium.UFABET
Calcium is especially important for kids’ developing bones.
Some yogurts also contain live bacteria, which benefit the digestive system.
Most yogurts marketed to kids are high in sugar. Instead, choose plain, full-fat yogurt and sweeten it with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey.
Still, make sure not to give honey to infants under 12 months old, as they’re at a greater risk of a serious infection called botulism.
2. Popcorn
You may consider popcorn a junk food, but it’s really a nutritious whole grain.
As long as you don’t drown it in unhealthy toppings, popcorn can be a healthy snack for kids. Air-pop your own popcorn, drizzle it with a little butter, and sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese on top.
However, use caution when offering popcorn to younger children, as it can be a choking hazard.
3. Celery with peanut butter and raisins
Celery with peanut butter and raisins, sometimes called “ants on a log,” is a fun way to get your child to eat a vegetable.
Cut a stalk of celery into three or four pieces, spread peanut butter inside the celery, and arrange a few raisins on top of the peanut butter.
These three foods combined provide a good balance of carbs, protein, and fat. Just be sure to buy peanut butter without added sugar or vegetable oils.