Healthy Lunch Boxes

Follow the links below to find information about providing healthy school lunches for children.

Reviewed July 2009

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Title:   Eating tips for children (5) - primary school
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Children at primary school age are ready to learn about healthy food and activity. Breakfast is important when a child goes to school. Some children are fussy or picky eaters but snacking or grazing can be a good way to eat. School lunches and canteen food should be healthy and tasty. Treats such as lollies, sweet food and sweet drinks are OK on special occasions, but not every day. Family mealtimes are a good way to discuss the day.
Date:   Sep 2009
Title:   Lunch box tips
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Healthy lunches and snacks are important for active children. It is important to offer healthy lunch box choices. Tips include fresh fruit, crunchy vegetables and a combination of protein, dairy and carbohydrate foods. Children who help choose and prepare their own lunch are more likely to eat it.
Date:   Aug 2009
Title:   School lunches
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Many children eat much of their food each day away from home. Although some services provide meals, parents often need to send enough food along for the day. Foods will stay fresher and taste better if they're individually wrapped.
Date:   Mar 2009
Title:   Eating tips for children (4) - preschoolers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Children at preschool age can be fussy or picky eaters. Offer regular meals and snacks but let a child follow their appetite. Don't use food or treats as a reward and keep treats, sweets and lollies for special occasions. Healthy foods for lunch boxes include sandwiches, fruit and vegetables, yoghurt, cheese and other snacks. Sweet drinks such as juice, soft drink or cordial are unnecessary in a child's diet.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   A healthy lunch box
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   Well actually it's what's in it that should be healthy not the box, unless your lunchbox has a secret life! Your lunch should be a part of your balanced daily diet.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Packing a lunch box
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   How much and what to pack in a lunch box is discussed, as well as keeping foods fresh and safe.
Date:   Nov 2008
Title:   School-age nutrition and fitness: in a nutshell
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   This in-a-nutshell guide explains why breakfast is a vital meal and offers nutritious school lunchbox ideas.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Lunchbox ideas
Publisher:   Dietitians Association of Australia
Description:   Children who eat well during the school day are more likely to concentrate better at school and get the nutrition they need for good health and development.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Food for preschool and school-age kids
Publisher:   Raising Children Network (RCN)
Description:   A guide to teaching your young child about healthy food and drink, avoiding unhealthy snacks, making lunches at home, and involving him in choice and preparation.
Date:   Jan 2008
Title:   Snack attack and lunchbox ideas
Publisher:   Sydney Children's Hospital,The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   Snacks are an important part of daily food intake, especially for children. Snack ideas to pack for school or to prepare at home for mid-meals are presented.
Date:   Aug 2000
Title:   How to pack a healthy lunchbox for children under five
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   This site discusses how to pack a healthy lunchbox for children under five. It includes information on foods that are nutritious, fun and easy to eat, which foods to avoid, making sure food stays fresh and safe to eat, and ensuring your child has enough to drink.
Date:   May 2000
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