Healthy Sports Snacks For Kids
by Tracy Shaw
With the back to school season upon us, team sports are also starting back up. Here are Healthy Sports Snacks For Kids to help keep them fueled and ready to play their best. While this post is sponsored by JAZZ Apples, our desire to make sure our kids have healthy sports snacks are our own!
As a parent, you know that sending your child off to school each day is a huge responsibility. From ensuring they have all the supplies they need, to making sure they get a good night’s sleep, there’s a lot to think about. One important way to help your child succeed before, during and after school is by providing them with healthy snacks to fuel them.
A nutritious snack can give your child the energy they need to focus in class and participate in extracurricular activities. Plus, snacks that are high in fiber and protein can help keep them feeling full throughout the day.
If your child is involved in sports or other physical activities, it’s important to provide them with snacks that will give them energy and help them recover quickly.
With everyone’s schedules getting busier, I wanted to give you all a list of easy (and nutritious) snacks that are perfect to have on-hand for when packing to head out to the kids’ sports, playing with their friends or for kids to have before they head out the door.
10 Fueling Snacks To Take To Your Child’s Game Or Have Before The Game
- Apples. Apples are a source of fiber, vitamins C and nutrients that may contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Apples are also a low-fat snack that may give the body lasting energy.
- JAZZ apples are the perfect size for snacking before sports, during sports and throughout the day! They fit in lunchboxes and in purses making them a healthy and fueling snack that is ready to go when you and your child is. We also love making these JAZZ Apple Pups, they are all easy to make and you can get the kids involved.
- Trail mix is a good option because it’s packed with healthy carbs, proteins, and fats.
- Veggie sticks with hummus are a good source of protein and healthy carbs.
- Cheese sticks are another good source of protein and they’re low in sugar.
- Yogurt and apple slices. I know bringing a bowl of yogurt to the big game may be hard, but if you freeze those yogurt tubes, they thaw nicely by the time the kiddos need the snack! Have JAZZ apples on hand.
- Hard-boiled egg.
- Beef jerky.
- Chocolate Milk. Did you know that chocolate milk is considered one of the ultimate sports recovery drinks? Yes!
- Cottage Cheese with apple slices. I know this one may be more complicated to bring to the sports game, but it does make for a great snack beforehand.
- Whole grain cereal with milk. Yep, this is another one that is better enjoyed as pre-game fuel than during 🙂
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Snacks are a big part of any sporting event. They provide energy and sustenance to keep kids going. However, not all snacks are created equal. Some snacks are better than others for keeping kids fueled up while they’re playing.
Sports Snacks For Kids To Avoid
- Candy – These high-sugar snacks will give your kids a quick burst of energy, but it won’t last long. And once the sugar rush is over, they’ll be left feeling tired and sluggish.
- Chips – Chips are another snack that provides a quick burst of energy, but it’s quickly followed by a crash. They’re also loaded with unhealthy fat and sodium, which can make your kids feel bloated and blah.
- Cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats – These foods are high in sugar and calories, and they can contribute to weight gain. If you love to bring baked treats to the game, try these sugar free apple and oat cereal bars.
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