Backpack Snacks:
A Guide for Teens
What are backpack snacks?
Backpack snacks can be a healthy way to fuel your body while you
are on the go! Snacks can be put in a backpack or a bag of your
choice for you to munch on throughout the day. If you have plenty
of snacks packed, then you won’t have to grab food from a
vending machine or fast food restaurant that may not be as healthy
for you. Backpack snacks are also called “portable foods”
because they are very easy to take with you and usually do not need
to be kept cold. You can create backpack snacks using foods in all
of the food groups. Here are some ideas for healthy snacking.
* Foods such as yogurt, cheese, and milk need to be kept cold and should be carried in a bag that is made to keep food cold, or with a freezer pack. You can also pack a frozen water bottle with these foods. The water bottle will keep the food cold and you can drink the water after it thaws.
** Combine peanut butter with crackers or celery. Peanut butter also comes in individual serving tubes.
*** You can make your own trail mix using foods from 3 different food groups by mixing cereal, nuts, and dried fruit. Be creative! Try using different types of cereal (look for one that has at least 3 grams of fiber), or mixing in ingredients such as soy nuts or mini chocolate chips.
Updated: 2/5/2008
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