how to pack a healthy lunchbox
It’s back to school time, so let’s talk lunchboxes! Here are my top tips for getting the lunchbox balance right:
Include a frozen water bottle - an essential to keep little bodies hydrated all year round.
Pack the rainbow - think about a piece of fruit that's easy to eat, like a banana, or chop some fruit up and place it in a small container (kids are more likely to eat fruit when it’s chopped up!) Carrot sticks or little qukes with a dip like hummus or tzatziki are fun finger foods for the kids to enjoy.
Try a zebra sandwich - if your kids are a little hesitant on the wholegrains, try one slice white, one slice wholemeal to ease them in.
Include a calcium rich snack like a tub of yoghurt, cheese & wholegrain crackers or a savoury muffin or frittata.
Make it fun! Variety is the key, and don’t give up if lunch comes home uneaten. It can take over 10 times of offering a child a food before they accept.
Choose one day of the week where your child can choose a ‘sometimes’ food to add to their lunchbox. This helps children understand the difference between everyday foods and sometimes foods and will help you get the balance right.
If you’re looking for more advice, an Accredited Practising Dietitian is your go-to expert! Visit dietitiansaustralia.org.au
my cheeky nephew thomas, loves a selfie!
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