Corazonas Oatmeal Squares (Heart Healthy Snack for Pre-K+)
Snack to Your Heart’s Content
If you read my blog, you know I had to do a 180 on what I was eating when I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes with our youngest child. I’m thin, in decent shape and besides my love of sweets, I did try to eat healthy. However, with my blood sugar skyrocketing and my constant trips to Internal Fetal Medicine and a dietician I learned most foods on the market that are labeled ‘healthy’ are NOT. In fact, most have way too much added sugar which could be one of the contributions to America’s epidemic of diabetes.
Since I still monitor my blood sugar, our family has also has to make food choice changes. My preschooler has probably had the toughest time and while she gets things we do not get to eat (I’m cool with moderation and snacks for her), I still try to seek out healthy options, low carbs and low to no added sugar for her snack time. It’s still rough to get her to eat sometimes, but one thing that has helped is trying different healthy snacks she likes and also she is part of something the USDA calls the ‘Two Bite Club”. If you have a picky eater, check out the USDA site here which has a FREE PDF version of the book in Spanish and English and you can request copies of the book FOR FREE. Basically, your child has to promise to at least try TWO BITES of a new food. Guess what? It WORKS for her. Yes, after two bites, she will usually say, “I like it” more often than not. Whew.
So, what is a great healthy snack Brooke actually loves?
Corazonas Oatmeal Squares!
Have you heard about this snack yet? If not, let me tell you more!
Corazonas is an all-natural heart-healthy snack that is similar to a chewy oatmeal cookie so they are actually great for snacks or breakfast. Corazonas just introduced their new mini squares which are perfect for kids. Each oatmeal square contains 5 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein! WOW! The snack is also infused with cholesterol-lowering plant sterols so adults can enjoy them for the taste and benefits, too! Since it has a cookie-like texture, Brooke doesn’t realize how great these are for her besides us telling her they are ‘healthy’. I almost think she doesn’t believe me! Ha. Check out the nutritional content on all their items that are available and easily displayed on their website for more information. I think your kid will love them as much as mine does, and if not, you can try the ‘Two Bite Club’ book and see how that works for you. Good luck, parents, and here is to healthy eating!
Corazonas Oatmeal Squares (Heart Healthy Snack for Pre-K+)
List Price: $ 13.99 (12-pack)
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