Healthy Snacking Options: 5 Energy-Boosting Snacks For Kids

Zee Media Bureau
Feb 25, 2023

Hard Boiled Eggs and cheese cubes

Large eggs have 6 grams of protein a piece paired perfectly with cheese cubes a hit amongst kids.

D.I.Y. Snack Mix

Combine unsalted almonds, walnuts, and unsweetened dried fruit with extras like coconut flakes, raisins, dates, and seeds.

Poha

Poha is made with flattened rice, you can cook this with chopped onions, spices, herbs, lemon juice and peanuts.

Pancakes

It is a complete and balanced nutrition solution with 37 nutrients and fun snack option for your kids.

Dhoklas and Idlis

Low in fat and high in protein, they make excellent evening snacks.

Advice for parents that will help them choose snacks for their children

Set a mealtime

Kid`s snacks preferably should be scheduled in between meals.

Prioritise Protein

Protein helps to quench hunger for a longer time compared to high-sugar snacks such as chocolate.

Taste

Children may enjoy eating sweets over vegetables leading them to refusing healthier food options and become a picky eater.

Appetite

Snacking near a mealtime may reduce children`s desire to eat the meal.

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