healthy back to school lunch ideas

Back to school is about more than just new jeans, the coolest sneakers and fancy pens – while you prep your lengthy list for the mall, don’t forget to make a separate one that will ensure your child is healthy, happy and emotionally ready to face their first day.

Not only can some sugary items cause your child to “crash” part way through the school day or lose focus, they can also add empty calories with little to no nutritional benefits. Here are six items to avoid tossing into your child’s lunchbox, even if your child puts up a fuss!

There are a lot of lunch box staples, from sandwiches to drink boxes, but they can be high in fat, preservatives and sugar. This year, try a few of these 10 healthier back-to-school lunch box favorites to keep your kids eating healthy all year long.

Here are 10 of the best lunches that you can feed your children. We will show you different foods for different ages, from toddlers to teenagers. Keep reading for tips on all ages!