Hubby is always moaning that Sebby is always snacking rather than eating three meals a day but the right snack at the right time is just what toddlers need. Dietitians agree that toddlers’ tummies aren’t big enough to take on board enough energy and nutrients from just three meals a day, so little ones need two to three snacks in-between, to boost energy, to fuel their explorations, and for healthy growth and development.
Wherever your little one needs a snack, whether they are running around in the garden, on a long car journey or on the way home from a swimming lesson, Organix Goodies has a choice of foods to suit any occasion.
Dr Frankie Phillips, Nutrition Advisor to Organix, says: “Toddlers need the extra nutrients healthy snacking can provide. Of course what’s not healthy is snacking, or grazing, so much that your child is never hungry at mealtimes. But the right snack at the right time is often just what they need. And remember some treats can be tasty snacks but not all snacks should be treat foods!
“It’s all about good healthy snacking. Variety, a mix of sweet and savoury flavours and a balance of different foods are all important. So offer your little one lots of shapes, tastes and textures to help expand the repertoire of foods they eat, and this will also help ensure they’re getting a wider range of nutrients. Longer term you’ll also find benefits as your child will be more willing to try new foods, so you’ll be helping to develop their love of good food.”
Sebastian loves his Organix Goodies, with a particular favourite being the Gingerbread men and the oaty bars. He always demands food as soon as he gets up in the morning so we reach for a nutritious oaty bar.
Gingerbread men are more of a treat, but go down well after an energetic swimming lessons and are easy to tuck away in the changing bag for days out.
I am happy that Sebby has a balanced diet as he eats plenty of fruit and vegetables as well as the odd treat too.