Have your kids ever had a “snack attack” after school or a long day? Having an afternoon snack is completely normal for growing children. The problem can be finding healthy options they will enjoy.

Tips for building a healthy snack: 

• Mix and match food groups
  • Apples and nuts (fruit and nuts)
  • Baby carrots and hummus dip (veggies and beans)
  • Blueberries and yogurt (fruit and dairy)
• Become a label reader
  • When purchasing packaged snacks look for items with 0 grams trans fats, 3 or more grams of fiber, and low in saturated fats and added sugars
• Build your own trail mix using- 
  • Nuts
  • Seeds
  • Whole grain cereal or crackers
  • popcorn
  • Dried fruit (without added sugars) or freeze dried fruit
• Make a tortilla roll up
  • Spread either low fat cream cheese, natural peanutbutter, or hummus across a tortilla
  • Offer a variety of items for your child to add to their tortilla
    • Raisins
    • Shredded carrot or cheese
    • Sliced grapes
    • Sliced strawberries
    • Sliced bananas
    • Blueberries
    • Cucumber
    • Raspberries
    • Celery 
    • Mango slices
    • Bell pepper strips
  • Roll up tortillas and enjoy! 

Below is the link for the September Growing Together Newsletter. It includes tips, articles, and a calendar of activities.

September Growing Together Newsletter: September 24 Newsletter

Interested in learning more? Join me at Archdale Library this month to learn about food groups, healthy snacks, and a fun, snack activity!

WHEN: 9/12/24 at 4:00 PM

WHERE: Archdale Public Library

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/snacking-healthy-after-school-tickets-995601008417