Meals and Snacks to Make “Back To School” Easier

It’s time for parents to rejoice, the kiddos are headed back to school! We all know that “time crunch” of getting the kids up, dressed, fed, and off to school WITH a nutritious lunch in hand – it’s like a race. I appeared on WBAL to share food ideas to make getting back in the school grove easier and healthier. Be sure to check out the segment clips below–I’ve even got after school snacks and dinner covered too! Power Up with Peanut Butter Including foods like peanut butter in your “quick and easy” breakfasts helps make sure your child’s day kicks off in a nutritious way and keeps them satisfied until lunchtime. Peanuts are a “superfood” with more than 30 essential vitamins and nutrients.  Spread peanut butter on a whole wheat bagel, English muffin, or toast, stir peanut butter in a smoothie, like this Blueberry Peanut Smoothie, or top off your waffles for a quick and easy serving of protein in the morning. Protein is essential for growing children and with seven grams per ounce, peanuts have more protein than any other nut. Peanut butter is a great vehicle for other foods too. 64 percent of children said they’d eat more fruits and vegetables when served with their favorite peanut butter dip. Try pairing with baby carrots, celery and jicama sticks or apple and pear slices.  Great ideas for breakfasts, school lunch box, or after school snacks.For more recipe ideas visit the National Peanut Board. Make Taking Your Morning ...
Source: Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog - Category: Nutritionists and Food Scientists Authors: Tags: nutrition Source Type: blogs