Because between-meal munching often adds up to a substantial portion of young kid's diets, even small changes in what snacks we serve - & when & how we serve them - can make a HUGE difference. In fact, you can alter a child's entire day's nutrients! Try to: serve more fruits & veggies.
Kids don't get near the 2 to 3 cups of fruits & veggies they should. By replacing the calorically dense snacks (like chips & cookies) with fruit & veggies, I decreased the amount of empty calories my daughter took in. And, along with that, replaced them with LOTS of vitamins & minerals...
Kids learn to love fruits & veggies when exposed to them early & often. And whatever you do, don't give up! My daughter consistantly tells her guests/friends that they should try this veggie or that fruit because, "I didn't like it at 1st either, but now I love it!"
You can't buy that publicity, hmmmm?
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After school, the kids ususally will eat cheese it's or goldfish but after dinner they have a "fruit" for a dessert. My kids love fruit so it's not a battle but they also want something sweet. We usually save our big "sweet" treats for the weekends.
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