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Build a better lunch for Back to School
GIANT nutritionists take the stress out of packing lunch for your kids
The nutritionists at GIANT Food Stores want to help parents start the new school year off right by packing nutritious lunches. GIANT’S Build a Better Lunch infographic includes ideas to help parents think outside of the lunchbox.
“GIANT wants to help families save money, save time and eat well throughout the new school year with plenty of ideas for lunches that taste great and provide needed nutrition and energy to help kids make it through the school day,” said Sarah Glunz, GIANT lead nutritionist. “Keep healthy choices top of mind, but think outside of the lunchbox too with different offerings to keep kids interested.”
GIANT nutritionists also offer their top tips to build a better lunch:
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· Get kids involved: Have your child help you make a list of all the foods they like in each of the five food groups. Use GIANT’S Build a Better Lunch infographic to help you get started or visit choosemyplate.gov for a more complete list of the foods in each group. This list will help to make sure you keep these items on-hand. Use MyPlate as a reminder to include the five food groups – grains, protein, fruits, veggies, and dairy.
· Food groups: Remember to include a minimum of 3 food groups in your child’s lunch.
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· Organize: Use a lunchbox with divided sections or separate containers to help you remember to include multiple food groups.
· Outside the lunchbox: Lunch doesn’t have to be a sandwich. Instead try some crackers and a hardboiled egg or rice cakes with nut butter or make skewers with fruit and cheese. The possibilities are endless!
For more lunchbox friendly ideas check out Savory Fast, Fresh and Easy™ magazine and digital platform in-store or at GIANT’S website; and be sure to follow GIANT on Pinterest.
GIANT nutritionists are also available for individual consultations and classes on various topics such as cooking for one, weight loss, and healthy kid-friendly meal ideas. Visit the GIANT website for a complete list of upcoming free classes or to schedule an appointment. Individual consultations are $20 and participants receive back a $20 GIANT gift card upon completion.
