Fruit and vegetable history can be found all around the globe! Let’s go on an adventure to learn where your favorite Snack Pals originated.
Pack a Healthy Lunch
Take the balanced lunchbox challenge! Make every day healthy by finding fun ways to always pack a vegetable or fruit, crunchy whole grains, muscle building protein, and heart healthy nuts.
Select 5 Items Below to Build your balanced Lunchbox.
BananaBananas have potassium to support a healthy heart. The heart is like an engine that pumps blood and oxygen to your arms, legs, brain, eyes, fingers, toes and everywhere in between. Just like you need oxygen to breath, your muscles and cells do too!
Red Pepper Hummus w/ ChipsCrunchy chips and creamy hummus are a fun way to fuel a strong body. Carbohydrates give you energy to run while potassium helps support a healthy heart that pumps blood to your muscles so you can run and jump faster!
Organic Unsweetened ApplesauceApplesauce tastes so sweet, you will think you are eating dessert. Top with fresh berries, granola, or raisins for even more flavor.
Chocolate Chip Edge BarMixing yummy chocolate chips with whole grain oats means that you can have a tasty snack that can also fuel you for school. This bar has plenty of fiber to fuel your brain and gives you energy to run and play! 
Lightly Salted Popcorn Are some germs good? Yes! Did you know that the center of a popcorn kernel is called the germ? The germ is the living part of the kernel that holds a lot of nutrition. Did you also know that popcorn kernels can pop up to 3 feet in the air? 
Apples and Peanut ButterDid you know there are conversations going on in our bodies all the time? You are made up of cells and nerves that work together to keep you strong and safe by always talking to each other. Apples have nutrition to keep your body talking!
Cherry Mixed FruitEat straight from the cup or drain and mix with vanilla yogurt and freeze to make yummy frozen fruit pops! 
Snack Pals StrawberriesWow, the average strawberry has 200 seeds! The deep red color of the strawberry gives us a daily dose of Vitamin C to support a strong immune system. For the most flavor, bring strawberries to room temperature before eating.
Ants on a logWhen kids have fun with food they are more likely to eat it. So go ahead, let them play with their food! Did you know that celery can grow to be over 3 feet tall? It’s true! Help soft celery become crisp again by placing it in cold water.
Greek Nonfat Plain YogurtYogurt builds strong bones in growing kids. Turn a simple yogurt into a well-rounded breakfast or snack by adding chopped fruit, crunchy granola, and a dash of cinnamon. 
Rosemary Oil Woven Wheat CrackersWoven wheat crackers make a great base for fun toppers. Try a slice of cucumber and cheddar cheese or hummus with chopped red peppers. Yum!
Whole Natural AlmondsDid you know that almonds have healthy fats, muscle building protein, and energy fueling carbohydrates? Talk about a super snack! Eat alone or mix with dried fruit, dark chocolate chips, and coconut flakes for a fun snack on the go.2 Stars = BETTER Nutritional Value
3 Stars = BEST Nutritional Value
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