If you pack these snacks... Try this instead!
- Cara Aprile
- Jan 20
- 1 min read
Lunchbox snacks can be so confusing especially when everything claims to be “healthy”.
This blog isn’t about good vs bad food. And it’s definitely not about perfection. It’s about simple, realistic swaps that can make lunchboxes a little more balanced most of the time without adding stress.
Some packaged snacks are better everyday options than others
Portion size matters (even with “healthy” snacks)
Whole foods still do a lot of the heavy lifting
And occasional foods can still have a place
You don’t need to swap everything.
You don’t need homemade snacks every day.
Small changes really do add up.
Read on to discover some simple snack swaps you can easily and gradually incorporate into your family’s lunchboxes.
No judgement. Just support.

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