When shopping for snack foods and ingredients, here's a list of foods to avoid.
One of the easiest ways to amp up the protein in your child's diet is by making them a delicious smoothie. Ideal as a midday snack, some smoothie recipes are so sweet they can double as a dessert. For a sweet treat that won't harm your child's braces, make this Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Recipe. Made with soft whole foods like peanut butter, banana and honey, this recipe also uses our Whey Protein Powder for an added lift in protein. Just a few sips of this frosty-like, yummy treat will help your kid stay energized and focused all day long.
Switch up your weekday breakfast routine or mid-day snack time with this Banana Almond Overnight Quinoa. Easy to make the night beforehand, mix the ingredients, set them in the fridge overnight, and grab your quinoa when you and your little ones are ready to enjoy. Depending on your child's age and how many children you have, you can double up this recipe and serve it in a pudding-like fashion. An excellent way to incorporate more protein and fiber into your kid's snacks, this recipe is soft enough that it won't damage new braces.
For a flavorful snack combo that uses vegetables and fruit, make these Gluten Free Lemon and Zucchini Muffins. These tender, golden brown muffins are the perfect way to sneak vegetables into your kid's snacks without them ever noticing. Lightly sweetened with turbinado sugar, this recipe is sweet enough that it can double as dessert. Make a batch of these muffins early in the week and pack them with your children to enjoy on-the-go.
Adjusting to new braces isn't easy. If you've found learning what your child can and can't eat a bit overwhelming, we hope this article has eased some of that struggle. With braces comes many changes. While your child may need time to adjust to the new hardware in their mouth, braces shouldn't stop your kid from eating healthy snacks between meals. Stocking up on these braces-friendly snacks and creating the recipes listed above means you won't have to worry about any extra visits to the orthodontist this year. Use this list to double-check your current snack routine or to help you create an entirely new one. We're confident that the snacks you come up with will be delicious. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, have a healthy and happy day!
Eager to share more snacks for kids with braces? We'd love to hear the snacks your little ones enjoy at home. Let us know what braces-friendly snacks you create in the comments below.
