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It's healthy for both you and your children to snack inbetween meals, provided those 'snacks' are healthy.

Snacking can actually be a way for you to ensure that your child is getting the nutrients that he or she needs, because kids can't eat that much at one sitting.

A healthy snack is whole-grain, unrefined, and low in fat and added sugars.

Kid-friendly snacks include:

Convenience is key

A key to encouraging healthy snacking habits is to make the right foods readily available to your child...

• Allow your child to help you choose healthy snacks at the grocery store.
• Have easy-to-eat fruits such as apples and bananas within view.
• Put crackers and other smart choices for children's health on the shelves that your child can reach.
• Prepare cut-up vegetables like carrots or celery sticks in advance.

Surround your child with healthy snacks, make them as fun as possible and be patient if they take a little time to adjust...