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Skip the potato chips, cookies, fruit snacks, graham crackers, and candy. If you’re in a rut, here are some quick “real food” snack ideas for inspiration! Perfect for running out the door, the afternoon slump, after-school, or anytime hunger strikes.
Sticking with simple wholesome ingredients keeps snack time easy and fun. Most of these ideas can also be used for healthy breakfasts, too! If you have kids, have them go through this list with you so they can pick out their favorite snack food (don't miss my Printable List of Snack Ideas so you can have them circle their favorites).
Whether it’s fiber rich healthy snacks to fill you up or protein packed bites to give you the energy to power through your day, you’ll be able to enjoy these recipes without sacrificing on taste!
Simple Go-To Snacks to Have in the House
I like to have a variety of different kinds of healthy snacks on hand to cover any situation.
- Fresh cut up fruit and veggies
- Baked goods (fresh and in the freezer)
- Homemade snacks
- Store-bought healthy snacks
- Healthy packaged snacks (for grab and go convenience)
The "Healthy Snack Ideas 'Recipe'" below lists some of the more popular staples at my house, so is a great place to start.
90 Healthy Snack Ideas
Ingredients
Freezer
- Whole-wheat Zucchini Bread (see recipe, sliced or made into muffins)
- Whole-wheat Banana Nut Muffins (see recipe)
- Frozen fruit (like pineapple and mango, for smoothies)
- Frozen peas (for snacking)
Fridge
- Power Balls (see recipe)
- Deviled eggs (see recipe)
- Smoothies (see recipes)
- Plain whole-milk yogurt
- Hummus (clean store-bought or homemade)
- Cheese (sliced)
- Raw veggies (like broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, celery)
- Fresh fruit (like apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, melon, mango)
- Fresh berries (like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries)
Pantry
- Lara Bars (store-bought or homemade)
- Homemade granola bars (see recipe)
- Whole-grain pretzels
- Popcorn
- Whole grain crackers (like Ak-Mak or Triscuits)
- Brown rice cakes
- Trail mix
- Peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter)
- Snacking nuts (like peanuts, cashews, or almonds)
Instructions
- Choose your snacks — I've pulled some favorites we keep on hand for this Snack Ideas "Recipe," but I encourage you to browse the entire post and replace them with any ideas that sound good to you. The end goal is to have a variety of snack types on hand to last through the week (or more) for any occasion.
- Buy ingredients — Once you've got your snack list, add all the ingredients and packaged items to your grocery list. Fortunately if you stick to my suggestions, you'll avoid highly-processed food, including artificial ingredients and dyes (no thanks!).
- Prep for the week — Make your baked goods first... I highly recommend making double batches and freezing extra for later. If there are any other homemade items on your list, make those as well and store for easy access. Cut up the fresh fruit and veggies and place them in containers. Convenience is key!
- Share and enjoy — Don't keep your snacks a secret...tell your family what is available so everyone can grab a snack and enjoy when hunger strikes! And bonus, you don't have to feel guilty with these healthy options.
Notes
27 Homemade Snack Recipes
I like to keep my freezer stocked with muffins for my girls—it’s one of their favorite snacks, so this makes it super convenient for them to pull some out for a quick afternoon snack on their own. Most of these homemade recipes are so quick and easy to make, that even the kids can help out! Check out our Healthy Snack Ideas too!
2. Whole-Wheat Toaster Pastries (a.k.a. Pop Tarts!)
These homemade toaster pastries are for the kid in all of us! (Except, they're a great alternative for those of us who want some healthy snacks homemade). Check out the recipe to see how to make these whole-wheat Pop Tarts that are cheaper and packed with nutritious ingredients!
SNACK TIP: Making easy, freezer-friendly recipes like these helps you stock up on healthy options when you're craving something you won't have to feel guilty for indulging in!
3. Easy Slow Cooker Boiled Peanuts
Bring some homestyle Southern flavor into your daily snacking with this delightful slow cooker boiled peanuts recipe! You can make these ahead of time if you prefer, and take them on-the-go for something satisfying during the workday.
4. Smoothies or Smoothie Pops
Depending on how you choose to make these super customizable smoothies they can be a quick snack or a meal to-go. As far as healthy ideas for snacks go, you can't go wrong with something that uses up any extra fresh greens you've got in the fridge.
Go to Recipe or learn how to make Smoothie Pops
6. Homemade Granola Bars
Granola bars are a healthy tasty snack almost anyone can enjoy, but more often than not they're big bucks at the store! Know what goes into your snacks, and feel good about enjoying these all natural home made granola bars you can make ahead of time.
7. Homemade "Larabars"
For a healthy tasty snack, these taste even better than the packaged snack itself! Whip up a batch of these chewy, satisfying and incredibly nutritious bars to grad on-the-go, or whenever the craving hits.
12. Whole-Wheat Berry Muffins
If you're still iffy on whole wheat when looking for ideas for a healthy snack, might I recommend these berry muffins? They're a great way to incorporate some natural sugars into your diet to satisfy your midday cravings and sneak some important nutrients in, too!
SNACK TIP: Frozen fruit like berries are excellent for baking snacks ahead of time. They're more nutrient-dense compared to their fresh counterparts, and relatively cheap, too!
14. Kale Chips
Kale chips are probably one you've heard of before, but these ones definitely live up to the hype! Make your homemade snacks healthy by starting out with easy recipes like this one that you can grab right out of the pantry when the mood strikes.
SNACK TIP: Keeping crunchy, salty and healthy alternatives on-hand will make it easier to avoid pre packaged potato chips and replace them with something nutritious!
16. Buttermilk Cheese Biscuits
Don't be ready to write-off carbs for a healthy tasty snack idea just yet! These buttermilk cheese biscuits stow away into your lunch box perfectly to give you a balanced snack that fills you up with satisfying nutrients and whole food ingredients.
17. Whole-Wheat “Baked” Donuts
If you've ever had a hard time resisting the temptation of take-out donuts, (you're not alone, trust me!) This recipe for whole wheat baked donuts is a gamechanger! Besides being an absolute hit in our house, they're easy to make ahead of time and freeze to grab when you're in the mood for something sweet on-the-go.
18. Cinnamon Raisin Yogurt Biscuits
The sweet and crave-able flavor of these biscuits is made possible using all whole food ingredients. They're an excellent healthy snack idea choice, but they're also perfect for a quick breakfast with coffee!
19. Pumpkin Oat Scones
If you don't consider yourself much of a baker, don't worry! These pumpkin oat scones go together quickly and easily, plus they're a great way to enjoy a nutritious and filling whole wheat snack that's also freezer-friendly.
20. Apple Walnut Muffins
This recipe for apple walnut muffins checks the box for sweet snack lovers, but did you know they're totally whole food? Made naturally sweet by the fruit itself and a little maple syrup, these muffins are a healthful way to enjoy a snack any time of day.
22. 6-Ingredient Cereal Bars
It only takes 6 ingredients to make this healthy snack idea that's great as a breakfast with your morning coffee, or something to tide you over in the evening hours. Plus, they're a much healthier alternative to the pre packaged variety!
23. Roasted Eggplant Chips
Chips are back on the menu with this crunchy and delicious snack idea that goes well with just about anything! You can whip them up in as little as 15 minutes, and believe it or not, they're only made with 3 natural ingredients.
24. Roasted Spiced Chickpeas
These make for an excellent spicy snack option for anyone looking to replace the sodium content of their usual snack foods! They're easy to make, and seriously flavorful as a healthy snack idea you can easily make ahead.
25. Homemade Snack Bars (Dairy-Free)
If dairy-free snack ideas are a must for you, we've got you covered! These snack bars aren't just homemade, but they're totally dairy-free for lactose-sensitive snackers, and packed with healthful ingredients to help with the 'crunch' craving we're all looking for between the lunch and dinner hours.
27 Fruit Snack Ideas
Sometimes a piece of fruit can satisfy your sweet tooth without needing to grab a candy bar loaded with added sugar. Plus, having it out on the counter or cut up in containers makes it much more accessible and likely that your family will grab some.
- Apple (good with peanut butter, or almond butter)
- Applesauce
- Avocado (good with soy sauce and brown rice)
- Banana (good with peanut butter, or almond butter)
- Blueberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
- Canned Fruit like Mandarin Oranges (Native Forest brand does not use sugary syrups in their cans)
- Cantaloupe
- Cherries
- Dried Apple Rings or Pineapple Rings
- Figs (good with goat cheese)
- Freeze Dried Fruit (like mango, banana, blueberries or strawberries)
- Fruit Leathers
- Grapefruit Grapes
- Honeydew Melon
- Kiwi
- Mango
- Oranges
- Papaya
- Peaches (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
- Pear
- Pineapple
- Plums
- Raspberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
- Star Fruit
- Strawberries (good with regular or Greek yogurt)
- Unsweetened Raisins
- Watermelon
16 Vegetable Snack Ideas
This is a great way to ensure your family is getting an extra dose of veggies in their diet. I like to have raw veggies cut up and easily accessible for my kids, making it even easier for them to grab a healthy snack any time of the day. If you have a picky eater, try serving your veggies with creamy dips (what kid doesn’t love dipping their food?).
Raw
- Broccoli (good with ranch dip)
- Carrots (good with hummus or ranch dip)
- Cauliflower
- Celery Sticks (good with peanut butter and raisins a.k.a. “Ants on a Log”)
- Cherry Tomatoes (good with ranch dip)
- Cucumber Slices (good with ranch dip)
- Edamame (good with soy sauce, or drizzle with a little olive oil + kosher salt)
- Frozen Peas (frozen…no cooking necessary!)
- Jicama (cut into matchsticks)
- Olives
- Sugar Snap Peas (good with hummus)
- Sliced Bell Peppers (good with hummus or ranch dip)
Cooked
- Frozen Peas (frozen…no cooking necessary!)
- Green Beans
- Mashed Sweet Potato (good with butter and cinnamon)
- Snow Peas
9 Whole-Grain Snack Ideas
There are a lot of great store-bought snack ideas here with whole grains and only a handful of ingredients listed. If you can’t find any at your local grocery store, scroll down to see some homemade healthy snack recipes.
- Brown Rice Cakes - check out my post with rice cake topping ideas
- Cooked Whole-Grain Noodles (small pasta shapes varieties like rigatoni, penne, farfalle, etc.)
- Oatmeal (served warm in a Thermos if sending to school)
- Popcorn (make it using “The Popcorn Trick”)
- Puffed Whole Grain Cereal (corn, brown rice, wheat or millet variety, we like Arrowhead Mills brand)
- Shredded Wheat (look for brands that contain 1-ingredient)
- Whole Grain Crackers (like Triscuits, Multi-Seed, Ak-Mak, Whole-Wheat Matzos, Brown Rice Crackers/Snaps, or Whole-Grain Rye Crackers) topped with cheese, peanut butter, almond butter, other nut butter, or cream cheese and jelly combo
- Whole-Grain Toast
- Whole-Wheat Pretzels
11 Nut and Seed Snack Ideas
Have the kids pick their favorite nuts to create their very own trail mix! Nuts and seeds make great filling snacks full of flavor that can hold them over till their next meal. Best part is that you can pack them in a baggy and easily take them with you on the go.
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Larabars
- Nut Trail Mix including Dried Fruit
- Peanuts
- Pecans
- Pine Nuts (they are good lightly toasted)
- Pistachios
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Sesame Seeds
- Walnuts
Printable List of Snack Ideas
Many readers have requested a printable version of snack ideas, so we added one to our free resource area! Simply click the image below and follow the instructions for instant access to this and many other real food resources.
Helpful Tips: Healthy Snack Ideas
- Combine some of the suggestions in this post in creative ways (for example, combine some fruit with yogurt to make a yogurt parfait, or make a fruit salad and drizzle some honey on top).
- Some of the listed fruits are also great frozen. Ever blended up frozen bananas to make “ice cream”? Try it!
- If you’re looking for school lunch ideas, any of these would be great in a school lunch box!
- If you have a picky eater, combining several of these snacks onto a plate—tapas style!—could make a well-rounded lunch or easy breakfast, or help introduce new foods in a low-key way.
Please share your snack ideas with us in the comments below!
Mary says
I'm surprised that you have ranch dip and peanut butter on your list of snacks. Both of these have loads of ingredients and I have never considered them to be a "good for you" food (especially ranch dip). I'm interested to hear what your thoughts are.
Thank you!
Ursula says
Love the ideas! I am always looking for creative and healthy snack ideas too!
Ashleigh says
Hi there. My daughters adjacent classroom has a nut allergy, which makes the morning snack a challenge.. They have a late lunch, so a filling, high protein snack that's nut free is a must. Can't think of anything besides hummus and yogurt...and I doubt she'd take eggs or avacadoes...in her lunch, yes, but snack, no. Thoughts? Thank you!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Ashleigh. This should help: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2011/08/22/an-elementary-school-snack-list-%E2%80%93-nut-free/. ~Amy
Janelle @ MommyLivesClean says
This is a fantastic resource. I am book marking it to return on one of those days when I have NO IDEA what to make! I can even let my 6 year old go through and pick. Perfect!
Roda says
What is your opinion on Stonyfield Organic Yogurt, Smoothies, Squeezables for kids ??!?!? Thanks :)
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Roda. This will answer that: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2014/01/14/yogurt-substitution-chart/. :)
Janine says
Why do you recommend Triscuits - they have gmo's. From Food Babe's site:
http://tinyurl.com/ne7j4rk
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Janine. This post was from a couple years back and Lisa no longer buys Triscuits mainly because of the refined oil. ~Amy
Emily says
Wondering about dried fruit. Looked at some today and they looked like they had a bunch of junk in them. Do you dry your own fruit. Working mom so I am short on time, but would love a recommendation of quality company to try. Having a hard time getting my girls to eat some of the dried fruits, they don't seem to love especially apricots.
Michelle J says
A few months back you mentioned an Online Bakery where they sell Tortillas made out of Coconut. Do you remember the name of the online bakery? I've searched and searched .. with no luck. Help?
sheri says
Check Julian Bakery - they sell them at MOM or Whole Foods or Amazon or direct from them.
Lisa says
I don't recall mentioning this - are you sure it was me or another blogger?
Adriana Hook says
I am so happy to have discovered this site. We moved to a very small town back in October and didn't realize how we were introducing so much processed food into our 5 year old's diet. Slowly we started seeing a difference in him, shorter attention spans, tantrums, then full out disregard. We know the transition was hard but the food seems to be the main factor. I am so happy to have this site.
Amy H. says
Sunflower seeds could be added to the "Nuts and Seeds" section! I like buying them still in their shells so that it's an activity to crack and open the shell on each one before eating the seed. Sunflower seeds in the shell and popcorn are my two favorite snacks for a baseball game or other sports event -- where other "real food" choices are usually very limited.
healthy snack ideas says
Tropical Juice Smoothie (¼ cup pineapple juice, orange juice, and apple juice, blended with ice)
Apple Chips (dehydrated apples- they are so good!)
Banana (lot of protein And one of the best healthy snack ideas)
Christina says
I believe you mean banana has a lot of potassium, not protein. There is a small amount of protein, ilke one gram. :)
Jennifer says
Our Raleigh day care is always looking for great, all-natural, organic snacks to serve the kids! Thanks so much for sharing this list!
Onesnackforkids says
The list is ok ,but we need to know how to combine those for kids to love it . Ofcourse you can make quick snacks by using 2 or 3 at a time from that list .
Cara Alongi says
These are good reminders for when you are stuck in a "snack rut". :)
My main questions though is where did you get the little wooden dish with individual compartments? so cute!! Thanks!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Cara. I've seen similar ones at Target. :) ~Amy
Julie says
Pretty lame to list individual fruits as snacks. Why not just say "fruit"?
michaela gunn says
Where do you purchase your raw nuts and seeds? I'm looking for a site online to buy them in bulk at a decent price, since it's probably more cost effective than buying them in the little packages I find at the grocery store. Thanks!
Nena says
I normally got my raw nuts from Trade Joe, it's an organic grocery. They are not that expensive either compared to any other store for raw nuts.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Trader Joes does have a good selection of organic nuts at reasonable prices. Not all are organic. ~Amy
Teri says
Try nuts.com
Adam Paul says
This is a great list. I bookmarked it so every I reach for junk food, I can choose something from here as a healthy alternative.
Daniel Sabaroche says
I've tried these bars called Delicate Delights, they have a lovely range of Natural Low calorie Rice bars.
Granoji bar delight was my favourite and the Quinoa grain bar with seeds. Great for my little ones and surprisingly my 3 year old and 7 year old loved them.
Andrea says
Hi, I notice you use a lot of frozen peas in lunches and for snacks. I send these all the time in my daughter's lunch and she loves the frozen peas. And actually I don't think they're usually frozen by lunch time because they defrost quickly, especially since I usually pack everything the night before. I just noticed that the bag of peas says to heat properly. Is it safe to send them frozen and raw? I can't imagine why not since raw vegetables are safe to eat, but just curious if you've come across this.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hello Andrea. I'm not aware of safety issues. I do wash my frozen peas and have eaten them in salads my entire life. I guess I'll have to check out my frozen pea bag. :) ~Amy
Vikki says
My girls and I are in LOVE with pomegranate seeds! They are now selling them at Coscto. I know they are not the cheapest and might not align with the "budget" but man do they fill your craving for something sweet and they are good for you!
Jack says
Yes we love pomegranate seeds, they are terrific.
But if you are looking for something that is sweet and will do you good too, is 100% Gluten Free, 100% Organic and incredibly high in Fiber, then you might want to look at Tiger Nuts. They are available in some health stores, but easiest to get from www,tigernutsusa.com
Juli says
Im wondering if anyone every remembers that its a blog. That means its your opinions. I myself am a blogger, except I blog about products companies send me. I try to choose ones that are good for us and good for the earth. Even doing that, I can not believe how much people bash me for my opinion. Certain things have benefits for people both good and bad. For instance, Peanuts and Peanut butter... Both high in protein and good use for energy relations. Everyone seems to see the bad in everything. I love the items you post about. A few of the products you have posted, I have actually emailed the companies and done reviews on them. My favorite the FunBites. The tool that everyone was complaining about because it was plastic. Id love to laugh at them because the items are made out of recycled plastic. Gotta love people who think they know everything. I dont let it get to me any more.. Everyone has an opinion. This is yours, If they dont like it, then they need to blog about their own opinions and leave people like you and me alone!!!
I love your posts. Keep up the great work!!
Jack Sims - Chief Nut at Tiger Nuts USA says
How about including Tiger Nuts, what we believe is probably the healthiest 'single source' snack food you can buy, as part of 100 Days of Real Food.
If you want gluten free, organic, high fiber, low fat, high energy, nut free, lactose free and taste great, then Tiger Nuts are for you!
Joan says
I had never heard of Tiger Nuts. After looking at your website, I had to order some to try them out. Looking forward to it!
Tracy says
Do you limit the amount of soy products you feed your girls? My daughter likes edamame, miso, and tofu, but I am unclear about the relationship between soy and cancer. Curious to hear your take on this.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Tracy. There has certainly been a great deal of conflicting information regarding soy and cancer: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/news/expertvoices/post/2012/08/02/the-bottom-line-on-soy-and-breast-cancer-risk.aspx. My boys eat edamame but I do make sure I buy organic as most soy is GMO. Since we eat "real" as much as possible, we don't often have tofu or other processed soy. Hope that helps a bit. ~Amy
Brian says
Believe it or not, raw zucchini spears are really good with peanut butter... I prefer them over celery, actually. They're also great with hummus or soft cheese, like brie.
Kim says
Hi Lisa! I love your posts and ideas! But I have a challenge for you. My daughter has oral allergies that mean when she eats most fruits and raw vegetables her mouth and throat itch. Apples and berries are ok, but that's about it. I also try to limit the amount of wheat based snacks like crackers because she's not getting a lot of fruits and veggies. She's a great eater, but we're getting tired of apples and berries. Ideas?
Brenda says
Can she eat the other veggies cooked? If so maybe try blanching them for a few minutes so they are still a little crispy. Mix some cooked veggies into muffins or mini quiches. Hard boiled eggs are also a great snack.
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Kim. This is a subject that you should consult with your child's allergist on as we certainly do not want to make suggestions that could be detrimental to her. I can relate well as my son also has a pretty severe oral pollen allergy (especially to birch pollens) and we just have to work around his list. I have found that there are things he does tolerate better if they are cooked a little. Cooked is the only way he can tolerate apples and peaches. ~Amy
Margaret Beaver says
Some of these things you can buy on line or through a warehouse store such as Costco.
Margaret Beaver says
For Tracy: How about individual packages of precut apple slices (you may want to check on the preservatives, but the ones I buy are organic), individual boxes of raisins, individual packages of whole grain crackers and pretzels, single-serving packages of baby carrots, etc. We have the same restriction with nuts, but I'm still trying to get the after-school care to give the kids something besides prepackaged cereal bars that are full of sugar and fat.
courtney says
Just found out my kindergartener will be having community snacks from an approved list: pretzels, cheese-its, ritz crackers, fruit snacks, fruit roll ups. Ugh! Any advice on how to help change this in a positive and helpful way?
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Courtney. Have you soon any posts about the work we are doing at our school? It is slow going but we keep trying: https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2012/10/04/the-healthy-child-and-earth-committee-at-our-school/ and https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2013/04/19/how-to-talk-kids-about-real-food/. You might first work on having the list expanded to always include a fresh fruit or veggie to choose from and once you have that success, tackle getting rid of all that junk. Best of luck. ~Amy
Tracy says
Love all the snack ideas and happy to try them out on our girls. Problem I have is that our school requires a single serve pre-packaged snack for sharing. Must not contain nuts. Any Ideas would be great. BTW No Whole Foods within a 100 miles :(
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Tracy. Boy, that is a tough one. First off, it is hard to find packaged products that aren't highly processed and that don't have an ingredient list full of stuff you don't want kids to eat. Adding single servings as a requirement has me at a loss. I'm sorry. ~Amy
Corina says
I think Pirates Booty has individual packages of popcorn. We have found cheese sticks/slices that we send with individual packages of apple slices, and applesauce pouches also are a go-to for us. Good luck! :)
Michelle says
Hi what about a puff, like a popover with veg and cheese. A creamy cheese works. They can easily be single serve. Best of luck
sandra says
Lots of stores, even Walmart sell prepackaged apples, carrots, even blueberries.
Kira says
What about single serving raisins and cheese sticks?
jeannette says
good list except the peanut and peanut butter. High in Omega 6 and inflammatory to the body.
Carol Walker says
Sounds great except for the ranch dip :-)
intestines. says
I like this tho totes not helpful
FitFadFan says
Great post and snack ideas! I'm always looking for easy, healthy, and nutritious snack ideas. Larabars are delicious! I try to blog about great snack ideas from time to time as well. Check out my blog at http://www.fitfadfan.com.
Epicurean Tourist says
Just so you know, cheese and bacon are processed foods. I'm not anti-dairy, but since these are supposed to be whole-food snack, these items should not be included. Most bacon products include high fructose corn syrup and trans fat...even the those from organic supplier. The biggest problem with snacks are those that include fructose, saturated fats and trans fats. I prefer simple whole food snacks like fresh organic fruits, nuts and veggies that can be dipped in homemade hummus or drizzled with fresh lemon juice and olive oil.
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semmaing says
Menu is also good jackfruit chips to accompany the long journey.
Zen Honeycutt says
Sorry the future of our country depends on that quote NOT coming true. We have to raise awareness and stop it. We have to get Roundup Recalled.
Zen Honeycutt says
Hi Lisa, Would you watch this video and the one on the preceeding blog and please post how people can avoid these glyphosate contaminated foods? Moms Across America will share it far and wide. The entire future of our country depends on the predicted fact based statistic of "50% of our kids will have Autism by the year 2025 if we keep going at the rate we are going" _ Samsel and Seneff. Glyphosate is the biggest offender of all...
avhttp://www.momsacrossamerica.com/glyphosate_and_autism_asthma_copd_diabetes_and_more
Thank you for all you do!!!!
Jennifer Hietala says
Hi there! First off, thank you for taking time to educate us in this never ending real food journey, I love reading your posts!
Question 1: what would you recommend to replace the training foods like puffs and yogurt melts for little ones. Even the organic ones are still processed to the hilt! From an oral motor AND from an allergy precautions standpoint, little ones need these "easy to melt" foods to learn how to move their mouths. I vowed to not give my baby these foods, but when it came time to start learning to chew, the typical Cheerios were too hard.
Question 2: what can I substitute for honey in recipes since my little one is under 1 year old?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions!
Assistant to 100 Days (Amy) says
Hi Jennifer. This a great post on toddler foods:https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/2013/06/17/toddler-bites-from-weelicous/. And, maple syrup is a good substitute for honey. ~Amy
Lisa says
Jicama with ranch is awesome! Trouble is, I have a hard time finding it!!
Meagan says
Thank you so much for this list! I have 3 little ones under 8 that I have been gently nudging (and sometimes dragging) along in this journey to eating healthy real food. They are struggling so much with leaving behind some of their favorite processed foods- and grandparents weekend cheats have been an issue b/c they know their loving grands will spoil them with the junk they love on the weekends. I'm so excited to try some of these ideas, and to pass this list along to them too.
I just love your blog. I am learning so much and our family is getting healthier- my husband & I are even losing some weight! Thanks so much for all the work you guys put into this!