Nutrition Experts
Question:
My kids go straight from class to after-school activities. What are some snacks I can tuck in their backpacks to keep them fueled up until dinner?
Answer:
Kids need fuel for after-school activities, but make sure that snacks are nutritious, not just sweets or another treat. Healthy snacks give them energy to make it through activities like club meetings, sports practice, dance class and piano lessons. Portable options like these are great backpack additions:

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Shelf stable fruit cup or applesauce (don't forget the spoon!)

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Whole-grain cereal bar or low-fat granola bar

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Peanut butter on whole-grain crackers or a mini cinnamon-raisin bagel

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Whole-grain pretzels

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"Energy mix" made with bite-size shredded wheat, peanuts and raisins

Nutritionist Experts
Our Nutrition Experts are registered dietitians who hold master’s degrees and are members of the American Dietetic Association and several specialty nutrition groups. They combine over 40 years experience in food and nutrition science, communications and counseling, the culinary arts and the development of nutrition education materials. They are quoted frequently in the national media and have written about nutrition for many major magazines, newspapers, and newsletters.