Friday, February 01, 2008

Healthy Kid Snacks For Traveling!


With the lack of food available on planes nowadays, it has become very important for anyone traveling with children to be prepared.  Rather than resorting to the overpriced junk that the airlines will sell you, by simply packing a few simple snacks you fill their hungry tummies with healthy food.

Here are some tips to help!

  • Chopped fruit and veggie sticks.  If you will be going through customs and immigration when you land, you can bring fruits and veggies with you on board.  Grapes, cherries, and bananas are ideal because they don’t require any prior preparation other than washing!  Just be sure you finish up your fruit and veggie snacks before landing because many countries will not allow you to bring in fruits and vegetables.

  • With your snacks, it is important to try to get a balance between carbs, protein, fat and fiber.  Consider cheese and crackers, celery with peanut butter, tortilla chips and bean dip.

  • Bake some healthy muffins beforehand and bring them with you.  It’s a great idea to make mini muffins because they are the ideal size for smaller appetites.

  • Trail mix is another easy idea for traveling.  Include an assortment of nuts and dried fruit and maybe even some dark chocolate pieces for a sweet addition.

  • With the new liquid rules, you cannot bring bottled water or juices with you.  However, when the flight attendants come by, request juice or water instead of a soft drink.  Remember to have your children drink plenty of water while they are on board so that they stay hydrated.

  • Pack all your snacks in small containers that are easily accessible in your carryon baggage.  That way, you can refill your containers when you reach your vacation destination so that you always have healthy snacks for when the kids whine – ‘I’m hungry’!

Posted by love2travel on 02/01 at 02:19 PM
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