Tips for Smart Snacking

from among a couple of nutritious options. -Offer a variety of snacks, not just the ones kids already likes. Offer new choices, but don’t give up on foods that may have been rejected in the past. It may take a few tries before a child accepts a new food. -Have a schedule for meals and snacks. This lets kids manage their hunger because they know when to expect the next chance to eat at the next scheduled time. Avoid letting kids pick throughout the day, which can dull internal hunger cues and make them more likely to overeat. -Don’t let kids eat in front of the TV. Serve snacks and meals at the table. -Keep mostly healthy foods in the house, with those high in calories, fat, and added sugar kept to a minimum. This doesn’t mean kids can never have these foods, but they should be offered only once in a while.