KTK-Nutrition

Do kids need snacks?   Yes, they do.   Kids have small stomachs and should be fed snacks between meals.   Younger kids such as preschoolers need mid-morning and an afternoon snack.   School age kids should have an after school snack.   But this doesn’t mean junk food, fast food, high sugared snacks.   What are some healthier options for snacks for kids?   What are some guidelines to help ensure snacks are healthy choices?       Guidelines   for Healthy Snacks – What are some guidelines for parents to follow when planning snacks for kids?          1.          Serve 2-3   food groups         2.   Choose a protein food– protein foods have “staying power” so the child won’t get as hungry right after the snack + a fiber rich food such as grain, fruit or vegetable a.      ...

Can you eat healthier at work?       Many of us spend hours each day away from home, at the office, at work and then choose what is easy and convenient to eat.   There are a lot of temptations at work: vending machines, eating out at lunch, grabbing a quick snack from the office kitchen.      All easy and convenient but not necessarily the best for our health.   But eating at the office and away from home can be healthy if you plan ahead.   Sparkpeople has some great suggestions for you, Eating Healthier at the Office        1.  Pack your lunch and some snacks:   bringing your lunch will not only save money but will be better for your health.   a.        Lunch –focus on whole grains, fruits, vegetables, yogurt, lean protein b.       Snacks – pack a yogurt for a mid-morning pick me up, some fruit for an afternoon snack ...