Healthy Snacks Kids Will Love By pmerrill6565 [1 more lists]

Tired of trying to find healthy snacks your kids will love? Check out this list for some recipes and ideas to put healthy snacks in your kid’s diet. Starting early and teaching our children to eat healthy is a great place to begin. Every child loves a good snack after school, on the go, watching TV or playing video games, so why not make it a healthy one. In many cases making the snacks can be turned into a fun activity for the kids while they help make them.
Reducing the amount of sugar and eating right can help children that have been diagnosed with ADHD, autism and other medical issues. Although what they eat is not the cause of the ADHD or autism it can help reduce the symptoms of the disorders. For example taking in too much sugar and simple carbohydrates can make the symptoms much worse than if the child eats foods made from whole grains or contains Omega 3 or 6, such as pumpkin seeds, walnuts, almonds, tuna and salmon. I know a great big YUCK! Right kids?
Other health issues that eating right can help with as well as reduce the chances of developing problems include diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and heart problems. In many cases someone that suffers from Type 2 diabetes can be free of it simply by eating right and losing weight. I know what you are thinking but I don’t want to give up all the foods I truly enjoy. Trust me you don’t have to, I said the same thing when I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes oh was I mad, cussing at people telling them I will eat what I want. Then I discovered that as long as it was in moderation I could still have all the foods I love.

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Fruit

Make it even more fun and interesting by adding a fruit dip. Dips can be store bought or homemade. They may even like a little peanut butter on apple slices.
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Gluten free foods

These are excellent snacks for all children especially for those that have ADHD, or may be autistic. Gluten free foods can be hard to find in stores, but recipes are all over on the internet.
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Apple Sauce

If the kids want a snack but you don't want it too filling apple sauce can give them something sweet, but still won't ruin their dinner.
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Jello

Everyone likes jello, it's not too filling and by using sugar free jello you can knock some sugar out of their diet too. Finger jello is always fun to eat.
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Popcorn

As long as it isn't smothered in butter popcorn makes a great snack anytime of the day. Of course you can always use butter or margarine that is lower in calories and fats. You could even substitute grated Parmesan cheese for the butter.
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Snack Mix

By mixing dry cereal, nuts and pretzels you can make a fun snack that can be taken if you are on the go or eaten while sitting back and enjoying a movie.
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Fun ways to fix Veggies

Fresh vegetables make a great snack, carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes taste wonderful and are healthy too. veggie dips and ranch dressing make them even better. Another example would be to put peanut butter or cream cheese in a stalk of celery.
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Frozen Yogurt

Frozen yogurt can make a large variety of snacks by mixing it with different fruits and nuts. Dip a banana in the yogurt roll in crushed up cereal and freeze is just one of many ideas.
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Cottage Cheese

Cottage cheese can be eaten alone, or with salad dressing such as ranch or French. You may also want to put some tuna and lettuce with it. One mixture I really enjoy is cottage cheese, French dressing, shelled sunflower seeds and shredded mild cheddar cheese.
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Smoothies

Mix up some fresh fruit, plain or vanilla yogurt or low fat milk, for a tasty and healthy drink. On hot days these can be very refreshing.
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Graham Crackers

Make a frozen yogurt sandwich by spreading it between two graham crackers, or make up some indoor S'mores.
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Oatmeal

Great for a snack on a cold day especially if it is topped with banana or your favorite fruit. Another quick and easy snack is no bake oatmeal, peanut butter cookies.
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Homemade Pumpkin Seeds

Not only are they healthy but make a great project to do with the family. By making them yourself, you control the amount of sugar and salt that is on them.

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Fruit

Gluten free foods

Apple Sauce

Jello

Popcorn

Snack Mix

Fun ways to fix Veggies

Frozen Yogurt

Cottage Cheese

Smoothies

Graham Crackers

Oatmeal

Homemade Pumpkin Seeds