What are Snacks?
Snacks can be defined as small and convenient food items that are typically consumed between meals. They serve as a quick source of energy, helping to maintain blood sugar levels and preventing hunger until the next meal. Snacks can be sweet or savory, and they can range from fresh fruits and vegetables to processed foods like chips and cookies. It is essential to consider the type, quality, and quantity of snacks consumed, especially for young children.
5 Reasons why young kids should avoid unhealthy snacks or consume them in moderation:
- Nutrition: Unhealthy snacks, such as processed foods, candy and sugary treats, are often high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and sodium. These can contribute to poor nutrition and hinder the development of healthy eating habits in children.
- Dental Health: Consuming excessive amounts of sugary snacks can lead to tooth decay and other dental issues.
- Weight Management: Overconsumption of unhealthy snacks can contribute to weight gain in children, increasing the risk of obesity.
- Energy Levels: Unhealthy snacks can cause sudden spikes and crashes in energy levels. This can lead to mood swings, difficulty concentrating, and poor performance in school or other activities.
- Increase risk of chronic illness: Children who routinely eat unhealthy snacks are more likely to develop chronic illnesses. Increasing the risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Encouraging healthy snacking habits from a young age can help children develop a lifelong appreciation for nutritious foods and a balanced diet.
Olive snacks are a great choice for healthy snacking. Olives are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamins, making them a nutritious and satisfying snack option. EXPOAID offers I LOVE OLIVE snacks, a healthy, delicious and nutritious choice.
3 Reasons why olive snacks are a good choice for your health:
- Rich in Healthy Fats: Olives are a rich source of healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
- Antioxidant Power and Vitamins: They are packed with antioxidants and are a good source of several important vitamins, such as polyphenols and vitamin E, A, K. These vitamins play an important role in maintaining overall health and well-being.
- Low in Calories: Olives are a low-calorie snack option, which makes them perfect for weight management and healthy snacking.
Olives are a nutritious food that can provide various health benefits when consumed in moderation as a part of a balanced diet.
Our recipes create the feeling of a homemade snack. We offer, conventional and organic:
-Kalamata pitted marinated olives with Greek extra virgin olive oil, Thyme & Parsley
-Green pitted marinated olives with Greek extra virgin olive oil, Fennel & Coriander
-Green pitted marinated olives with Greek extra virgin olive oil, Chili & Paprika
There are many ways to incorporate our olive snack into your daily routine!
