TOP 8 to FEEL GREAT SNACK LIST:
Try to keep each snack between 150 to 200 calories. As a general rule, choose snacks high in fiber and protein with no added sugars and always choose whole wheat or whole grain products. Mixing some fats/carbs or protein/carbs is ideal.
1. Make your own trail mix: include true tree nuts like raw almonds and walnuts for protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids; and dried cranberries and dark chocolate for antioxidants.
2. Use zero or low-fat Greek yogurt, which is a good source of probiotics, layer it with a few berries and top it off with some honey or agave syrup.
3. Hard-boiled egg
4. Low-fat soups
5. 10 baby carrots, 2 Tbsp peanut butter and 3 graham crackers
6. Fresh fruit and berries. Apples, bananas and oranges are all tasty and bursting with carbs for energy, vitamin C and antioxidants. Maybe a small fruit salad? Berries are also great and contain even higher concentrations of antioxidants.
7. Seeds and nuts. Seeds and nuts are great as they are high in fiber and protein, which will make you feel full. I especially like walnuts and almonds. Walnuts are also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which help your brain to function. Beware, though — nuts are high in calories, so only take a small handful.
8. A bowl of oatmeal. Oatmeal is a good snack because it slow to digest, so you feel full for longer.
Nearly 1/3 of children and adolescents in the United States are overweight. This increases the chances of health problems such as high cholesterol, Type II diabetes, and high blood pressure.
What can you do to help your child fight obesity?
Please join us for the 7th Annual Kids in the Kitchen (KITK), presented by the Junior League of South Brevard, Inc.
This year's KITK will feature nutritionists, chefs and instructors to teach the importance of healthy living and how it can be easy, yummy, and fun at the same time.
Additionally, attendees will participate in exercise demonstrations from martial arts, Zumba, and Dance instructors, receive a good bag, win raffle prizes and much, much more!
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When: Saturday, May 12 Time: 9AM - 1PM
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Where: Eau Gallie HS Gym 1400 Commodore Blvd., Melbourne
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Who: Children ages 6-13 and their parents (A parent must be present with child)
Cost: FREE! Pre-registration required (ONLINE Registration ONLY) Online: www.jlsb.net/kitk You must be registered and on time the day of the event to receive a goodybag!
Questions: Email kitk@jlsb.net
Nutrition Awareness
Improve your nutrition with MyPlate!
The new icon from the USDA helps you see at a glance how to make healthier choices at every meal. The USDA reminds you to:
Enjoy your food, but eat less. Eat slowly so your body has a chance to tell you when it is full.
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Avoid oversized portions. Use smaller plates, bowls, and glasses.
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Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
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Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk.
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Make half your grains whole grains.
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Drink water instead of sugary drinks.
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Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals and choose the foods with lower numbers.
