Most modern schoolchildren carry a lunchbox with several compartments. With the start of a new school term, parents are faced with the question: What to give their child for a snack, so that it is not only nourishing but also healthy?
foods to give your child for snacks
1. fruit
In the diet of the child must necessarily be present seasonal fruits, because they contain a maximum of vitamins and useful microelements necessary to maintain immunity. In winter, give preference to persimmons, pomegranates, kiwi and citrus fruits (oranges, tangerines, grapefruit). Apples and bananas are relevant and available in both winter and summer.
2. vegetables
Carrots, cucumbers, sweet peppers, cooked beetroot and baked cauliflower are best for eating at school. You can slice vegetables or make sandwiches on toothpicks (e.g. cherry tomatoes, cucumber cubes and cheese slices).
3. nuts
Nuts are a source of important fats and amino acids for the body and an excellent energy boost for the brain. Schoolchildren can be given hazelnuts, walnuts, cashews and almonds. Walnuts and cashews prevent anaemia (anaemia), almonds strengthen the heart and improve eyesight, and hazelnuts strengthen the immune system.
4. Seeds
These small grains contain a large number of vitamins and minerals that the body needs for normal life activity. But, giving them to children, you need to carefully make sure that the seeds were peeled from the skin.
5. dried fruits
Rich in trace elements and vitamins dried apples, pears, apricots, sultanas and prunes. Dried fruits perfectly regulate the digestive system andare the best substitute for sweets.
Children can be given a handful of pre-washed and dried fruits or make them homemade candy(with the addition of nuts, sesame (sesame), flax seeds). Such sweets are healthy and very much liked by children.
6. home baking
Home-made goodies – muffins, oatmeal biscuits, pies, cottage cheese casseroles – will be a good substitute for shop buns. After all, cooking baked goods yourself, you will be sure of the quality of the ingredients. In addition, you can put more filling in it, and make the dough thinner.
7. sandwiches
The schoolchild can make open sandwichesButterbread and closed – sandwiches (which consist of two slices of bread). Depending on the preferences of the kid, they can be sweet(with thick jam or nut paste) or salty. The latter can be filled with hard cheese, slices of cooked chicken meat or fish, raw ham.
