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Satisfying Snacks Give kids a brain boost with healthy pick-me-ups
For a smoothie with benefits, try Stonyfield Organic’s dairyfree fruit and veggie pouches, which have no added sugar. $5.99 for four, target.com
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Paleo Puffs by Lesser Evil come in a fun “No Cheese Cheesiness” flavor. The vegan snack contains organic cassava, coconut flour and sweet potato. $20.99 for 24 1-ounce bags, lesserevil.com 24 BACK TO SCHOOL | 2020
Siggi’s nondairy, plant-based yogurt alternative blends are protein-rich and come in four flavors. $1.99 to $2.19, find store locations at siggis.com
Made with pea-based protein, Simply Protein’s Crunchy Bites are low in salt and fat. Try the barbecue flavor for a tasty treat. $11.44 for a six-pack, simplyprotein.com
Contadina’s Pizzettas are another way to sneak veggies into your child’s diet. Warm in the microwave or oven. $3.79, find store locations at contadina.com
Popcorn Indiana’s flavors include aged white cheddar, sea salt and black-and-white drizzle popcorn with cocoa. $1.79 to $2.29, find store locations at www. popcornindiana.com
Blue Diamond’s antioxidant-rich almonds in snack tubes in a variety of flavors, including spicy dill pickle and blueberry. $11.88 for a pack of 12 1.5-ounce tubes, bluediamondstore. com
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ecause it’s easy for kids to deplete their energy, between-meal snacks help keep hunger in check. They can also ensure your child is getting enough nutrients. Here are some options to help you find the right bites: