Back to school – preparing lunch boxes

Here are a few top tips to make sure you preparing the best lunch boxes you can for your children – without the stress or any additional cost.

• Prepare lunch boxes the day before – making a plan will help you make healthier choices.
• Add in fruit pieces where you can. A few segments of satsuma or a handful of grapes add sweetness to lunch time.
• Portion out any sweets and try to reduce the amount you include. One way to do it is to open a packet of sweets and make it last for two lunches.
• Watch out for sugary drinks too.
• Cut down on those salty snacks such as crisps – how about making them a treat, just once a week? Rice cakes or plain popcorn can work as a great replacement.

Lunch box suggestions:

• Carrot and cucumber sticks to serve with hummus
• Cream cheese and cucumber wraps
• Whole tomatoes
• Boiled eggs