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As a parent we want to give the best nutrition for our children. Unfortunately, kids neglect these healthy foods and prefer the junk ones which are full of fats, sugar, and salt. Most often, kids are picky eater and feeding them with nutritious foods is a never-ending struggle. But don’t freak out there are various healthy foods that you can simply offer to your children without forcing them.

Muffins

Muffins are excellent snacks for your child as they are a good source of fiber and can actually satisfy your child’s sweet tooth. The dietary fiber in muffins helps the digestion process thus prevents constipation. Choose whole-weight muffins over the plain ones to acquire a high fiber in their diet. You can also opt for fruit muffins such as blueberry, strawberry, cranberry, bananas, and apples.

Banana

Banana is naturally loaded with vitamins and minerals that are essential for your child’s overall health. Banana contains a high amount of potassium, a mineral that helps the muscle and nerve function. It also aids in regulating the fluid and electrolytes in the intestinal tract. Other nutrients in banana include vitamin B, C, and magnesium. You can offer a raw banana or present it with a little creativity to make it an enjoyable treat for your kids. Make use of a frozen banana dipped in chocolate and then coated with chopped walnuts or sprinkles. Another easy way is to cut a raw banana into a finger-size then serve it with applesauce, maple syrup, or yogurt.

Pizza

Pizza is very popular for children and it comes with an array of toppings. Aside from its popularity, pizza is also loaded with extraordinary health benefits. The main ingredient of pizza is the tomato sauce which is high in lycopene. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes damaging free radicals in the body. According to studies, high levels of lycopene in the body reduce the risk of cancer, heart diseases, and degenerative diseases. Choose a pizza with low-fat cheeses such as mozzarella, feta, or parmesan. Cheese is a good source of calcium that is essential for bone building. To obtain a healthier pizza, prefer vegetable toppings in it.

Yogurt

What comes to your mind when you hear the word yogurt? Yes, probiotics. Probiotics are live microorganisms or commonly called “good bacteria” that aids in the intestinal microbial balance. Yogurt comes with protein, fats, carbohydrates and other minerals that are essential for growing children. A plain yogurt may be too sour for the kids so adding an ample amount of honey or maple syrup is a good choice. To add more flavor top it with dried fruits or nuts.

Fruit Smoothies

Smoothies are one of the healthiest beverages that you can offer to your children. Apart from its refreshing taste, it gained its reputation for being healthy. Fruits in nature has low-calorie and is packed full of vitamins and minerals making it a healthy option for the family. Bananas, Strawberries, and blueberries are some of the common smoothies.

About Jenny Travens

Jenny Travens is a chief editor and a wellness coach and fitness blogger for http://www.superfoodliving.com. She loves to share her knowledge about the different ways of staying fit and healthy and helps people to conquer over health related issues and maintain their fitness regime.

Jenny would love to hear from you! You can simply send your concerns to travensjenny@gmail.com.

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