Healthier Lunch Box Choices!

The other day,I ran across this article,and thought I share it with you.Enjoy!


Healthier Lunch Box Choices!
With school in full swing, it's a great time to reevaluate what's in your child's lunch box. Remember, healthy eating habits start young! Not sure where to start the lunch box revamp? The experts at the American Academy of Family Physicians recommend these healthier versions of some old favorites:

Increase the nutritional value of PB&J by using natural peanut butter (no sugar added) and 100 percent fruit jam or jelly.
Jazz up a turkey sandwich with cranberry sauce or salsa in place of mayo!
Use tortillas or pita pockets in place of regular bread — and be sure to choose whole wheat whenever possible.
Make an ordinary sandwich healthier by switching to nonfat or low-fat meats and cheeses.
Add barbecue sauce to leftover roasted chicken, pork, or beef to make easy barbecue sandwiches with a nice tang!
Round out the sandwich with veggie sticks and a piece of fruit instead of chips and a cookie.
Give children 100 percent fruit juice or milk to drink instead of soda pop or sugary, artificially flavored drinks