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No one can deny the fact that health is the biggest asset that anyone can have. You might have a billion dollars, but you will not be able to enjoy them if you are not in good health. People today are giving more importance to health and making sure that they are taking a right and healthy food.

If health is important for adults, it is very important for toddlers and preschoolers. It is because they have very less immune power and they will easily get affected by diseases. Hence it is important that healthy food is given to them to keep them strong. In this article, we will see some of the healthy snacks for toddlers and preschoolers.

Fruits

Fruits are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is better to serve them fresh as they will be tastier and you can also avoid some bacterial contamination. Some of the fruits that the little ones will love are sliced peaches, apples and pears. They also love grapes, strawberries, and cherries. If you are finding it difficult to feed them, you can opt for mashed bananas. It will be a lot better if you can give them during the mid-morning.

Vegetables

Vegetables are a great source of essential minerals and vitamins. We do accept the fact feeding vegetable to the kids is one of the hardest tasks. To make things simple vegetables can be mashed before feeding it to kids. Some of the vegetables that the little ones need to have are diced carrots, beetroots, and potatoes. If you need you can also boil them before serving. They can either be a snack or can be an appetizer before any meal.  It is necessary that the kids eat vegetables so that they will have the strength to be active.

Dried fruits

Dried fruits are a great source of proteins, minerals, and essential fats. They are capable of giving instant energy. It is very safe and healthy for the toddlers as they are naturally sweet. The best part is that you do not have to go through any difficulties to feed the little ones. Dried raisins, dried apricots, dried chopped apples, and dates are some of the best things that you can give them to be hale and healthy. Dried fruits are great source fructose which makes them the ideal choice for a morning snack.

Bread and cereals

The main reason to give the little ones bread and cereals is because they are very rich in fibers. They also have a lot of micro macronutrients. We know that the best way to give them cereals is with milk which is a great source of protein. The perfect time to give is in the mornings during breakfast. The cereal breakfasts can be the perfect kick start for the day as it will help them to stay active throughout the day.

Summer’s here, and so is the blazing glare of the sun! Cruising through this hot weather is no easy task, but thankfully, we have the cold stuff which helps you cool down! And what’s better than gorging on the cold desserts which not only keep your cool but also make sure you have enough glucose that will help you beat the summer blues! SO here we go, with our favorite cold dessert recipes which even you would love to try out!

• Honeyed peach and blueberry popsicles:
  How about mixing some readily available ingredients – pureed peaches, water, honey, salt and a pint of blueberries? Freeze them either in ice cube trays or if available popsicle molds – you’re good to go!
• Maple walnut ice cream:
  It’s easy – make sure you go with how you’d make ice cream- and just add generous amounts of pure maple syrup to the mixture before freezing it! Chopped walnuts and maple sugar flakes work wonders for the garnishing!
• Green smoothie:
  How about bring in the greens – lettuce and spinach to be specific, and blend them with some berries and other fruits to bring in a dash of sweetness? Drink it chilled – an excellent health drink!

• Chillers:
  A super quick drink to make, all you got to do is mix a cup of sugar with two cups of water. Mix till it completely dissolves and add the flavor you love – blend this at high speed with two cups of ice and ta-da! Your chiller is ready!
• Oreo ice cream sandwich:
  Open up an oreo and add a dollop of your favorite ice cream in between the two parts! And easy to make a quick dessert that everyone just loves!
• Fresh fruit popsicles:
  Why blend when you can have fun eating them whole? Chop colorful fruits, add a bit of water and sugar(if you wish to) and freeze this mixture in popsicle moulds-You’ll have the prettiest looking popsicles!

• Frozen yogurt:
  Eat it frozen off the shelf, and if you need to add a dash of flavor to it, freshly chopped fruits go perfectly well with the yogurt! Add fruits you love and have fun eating this healthy snack!
• Greek yogurt berry pops:
  Blend two main ingredients – greek yogurt and berries of your choice and freeze them! Your healthy, sugar-free pops are all ready!
• Brownie ice cream cake:
  All you got to do is layer these ingredients –brownie at the base, next comes ice cream, then there’s fudge, and then ice cream – all of it topped with whipped cream! And yes, don’t forget to freeze it!
• Cookie dough pops:
  Shape up the no-bake cookie dough and freeze it – garnish it with whatever you wish to and voila – you have a kid’s favorite dessert right there!