WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS: Kid Friendly Snacks For Children With or Without Diabetes

WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS: Kid Friendly Snacks For Children With or Without Diabetes

By Beverleigh H Piepers

Kid Friendly Snacks For Children With or Without Diabetes- There is a lot of talk about adults who are dealing with Type 2 diabetes and how it is best for them to manage their blood sugar levels and their body weight. But what about children who have Type 2 diabetes? If your children are dealing with excess body weight, unstable blood sugar levels and have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, or they are showing signs of prediabetes, it is crucial you as their parent are mindful of their nutrition.

While it can be a challenge to get your children to eat anything healthy, you need to persist. By giving them options that will not cause massive blood sugar fluctuations, you can prevent unwanted symptoms from occurring. The good news is there are many tasty choices for those who are dealing with diabetes. Here are some kid-friendly snacks you can turn to...

Kid Friendly Snacks For Children With or Without Diabetes

1. Celery And Nut Butter.

A quick bite to eat on the go, celery with nut butter will provide long-lasting energy that also combats hunger thanks to the healthy fats it contains. Choose almond or peanut butter depending on your child's preference.

It is an ideal snack as it contains almost no carbs so you will not have to worry about any influence on blood sugar levels.

2. Whole-Wheat Crackers And Cheese. 

Another ideal option is whole-wheat crackers along with a few slices of cheese. Choose low-fat cheese if desired but either way, the cheese will provide sufficient protein to help stabilize blood sugar rises due to eating crackers.

Opting for whole-wheat crackers is smart as the dietary fiber will further slow down the release of sugar into the bloodstream.

3. Yogurt, Fruit, And Nuts.

 A yogurt parfait makes a tasty snack at any point during the day. Here, choose plain yogurt to avoid any unwanted sugar and then top it with a few fresh berries for fiber along with nuts for healthy fats. You will have a complete snack in seconds.

4. Hummus And Vegetables.

Finally, you cannot go wrong with hummus and vegetables: this is a fantastic snack for kids as it provides a combination of complex carbohydrates and healthy fats coupled with dietary fiber and antioxidants. The soft chickpeas in the hummus will give a small dose of protein as well - just what children need.

There you have the main points when it comes to kid-friendly snacks. Serve these if your child or children have Type 2 diabetes, or even if they don't! You will feel right knowing you are giving them healthy, tasty food that will help to lower both their weight and blood sugar levels.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

For nearly 25 years, Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body. Go to http://DrugFreeType2Diabetes.com to learn about some of those secrets.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of available information but in yourself.

Article Source: https://EzineArticles.com/expert/Beverleigh_H_Piepers/123142