7 Top Soccer Snacks for Kids

Posted by cetwin on April 4th, 2015

Soccer fans are increasing phenomenally around the world. Thanks to the global broadcasting of all international and local soccer matches like FIFA and regional soccer tournaments.

You may have a kid that has caught the soccer virus, and perhaps you are finding it difficult to control his urge to play the game. Soccer is a good sport and as long as your kid balances his time equally between study and soccer, there is no reason for you to discourage him from engaging in this sport.

Perhaps it is better to prepare provide him with healthy soccer snacks so that he will be able to have a stronger body, which is necessary to excel in this sport. Here are some suggestions of healthy snacks for soccer players that you can give to your kid.

7. Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches

Your kid will devour these types of snacks. He will enjoy them more if the sandwiches are done according to his taste, with the proper peanut butter/jelly ratio, on a whole wheat bread, and prepared in a tempting way. Once he takes a bite, he will never stop until they are consumed.

6. Fruit Roll Ups

These snacks for soccer are rather common but pack plenty of vitamins and nutrients. They are also fun prepare and should be fun to eat. You can create them in a way that will make them look visually appealing so you won’t have to force your kid to eat them.

5. Orange Slices

These snacks are traditionally eaten by soccer players during their matches. There are moms who would always spend some time cutting up perfect slices of oranges as a means of refreshing their tired kids.

4. Nature Valley Granola Bars

The most common flavors of these healthy prepackaged snacks are oats and honey but you can also try brown sugar and cinnamon or peanut butter.  These snacks will be a big hit with your kid. They are very convenient because you can just buy it on your local supermarket.

3. Ants on a Log

This is simply a stick of celery smothered in peanut butter and generously topped with raisins. Because of its attractive appearance, you don’t need to tempt your kid to eat it. They are so appealing and yummy that you may need to prepare more than one log.

2. Doughnuts

If you forget to bring something, several pieces of doughnut from the grocery will do. Just be sure that you buy those made of whole wheat and have not too much sugary items on them.

1. Oreos

With their yummy taste, these crackers can prep up your kid, but be sure you combined them with something healthier like a glass of whole milk, or a refreshing juice made of fresh fruits.