How to Go Veg

Young children have high calorie and nutrient needs but their stomachs are small. Teenagers also often have high energy needs combined with busy schedules. Keep delicious, healthy snack choices on hand both at home and in the lunchbox.

Snacking on the New Four Food Groups

Whole Grains, Breads, Cereals
Pita chips or whole-grain crackers, Cheerios, granola, whole-grain cereal, popcorn (sprinkle with nutritional yeast), Luna or Clif bars

Vegetables
Baby carrots, celery stalks (try with peanut butter and raisins), avocado slices, salsa (try with pita chips)

Legumes, Nuts, Seeds, Non-Dairy Milks
Hummus (try on carrots or crackers), nut butters (put on bread or fruit), edamame (whole cooked soybeans), soy yogurt (sprinkle with granola)

Fruits
Fortified orange juice, whole fruit, dried fruit, frozen grapes or banana slices

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