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Fresh fruit is best. Dried fruits and dried fruit bars are high in sugar, low in fibre and it can stick to children's teeth causing tooth decay.
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Not sure how to work in veggies? Try vegetable sticks with dip, or a small container with mixed vegetables such as cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, peas and cucumber.
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Remember to avoid soggy sandwiches and vary the fillings - peanut butter, cheese (try different types), tuna, egg, sliced cold meats, baked beans, grated carrot and lettuce are all great.
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Try making your own muffins and cakes - a great way to include more fruit and vegetables.
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Choose an insulated lunch box or one with a freezer pack, or include a wrapped frozen water bottle to keep the lunch box cool.
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Prepare lunches the night before and store in the fridge or freezer.
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Get your child a funky lunch box. Peer pressure may be the reason why your child's lunch box remains unopened in their school bag.
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Follow proper food preparation methods. This is especially important when food will be stored in the lunch box for many hours before eating.
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Try and pack a different lunch every day. Vary the shapes and size and types of bread.
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It is important to keep offering healthy lunch box choices in a variety of ways, as children learn to eat what is familiar to them.
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