| As we become more concerned about the | | | | with organic and natural snack foods is a very |
| ingredients in our food products, the more | | | | positive step toward that goal. |
| confused we can become. New food labeling laws, | | | | Natural and Organic Snack Ideas: |
| especially Nutrition Fact Labels, which are required | | | | Fruits and Vegetables |
| on all processed foods, help us understand the | | | | Purchase fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables. |
| basic food group components. But how do we | | | | Canned products have more sugar, and salt, plus |
| know which ingredients are harmful or not so | | | | contain much less dietary fiber. If you choose to |
| healthy for our kids? | | | | use canned fruits and vegetables look for organic |
| What is the difference between natural and | | | | products or natural ones that have no sugar |
| organic snack foods? | | | | added and are low in sodium. |
| Organic refers to the way food is grown and | | | | Organic grains: |
| processed. Organic foods are grown without | | | | 100% Whole-wheat Breads |
| toxins and persistent chemicals. Instead farmers | | | | Organic Toaster Pastries |
| use methods that work with nature, like crop | | | | Organic Graham Crackers and Vanilla Wafers |
| rotation, cover crop planting, and composting. | | | | Tortilla Chips |
| Some even use a release of insects that are | | | | Oat Bran Pretzels |
| beneficial to the crops being raised. | | | | Natural Potato Chips |
| Organic food products do not contain fructose | | | | Organic or Natural Cereals |
| corn syrup, genetically modified organisms, artificial | | | | Granola Bars |
| coloring and flavorings, MSG, and preservatives. | | | | Homemade Trail Mix |
| Plus, they are grown without the use of | | | | Organic and Natural snack foods provide kids with |
| pesticides. Natural food products contain no | | | | a healthy nutritious snack treat that adds more |
| artificial colors, flavorings, or preservatives. | | | | nutrition to their diets. Whether they are eaten on |
| As more and more environmental issues are | | | | the go, at home, after sports activities, or at |
| raised each day, many parents are looking for | | | | school, organic and natural snacks foods provide |
| ways to raise healthy, strong children without | | | | important nutrients and energy that kids need |
| exposing them to harmful toxins. Providing them | | | | everyday. |