GRAINS / 2 serves FRUIT / 1 serve PROTEIN / 1 serve WATER BOTTLE SNACK / 1 extra VEGETABLES / 2 serves DAIRY / 1 serve Washed and chopped 1 serve = 1 cup fruit salad or 1 medium piece or 2 small pieces For more active kids Lower fat varieties 1 serve = 200g tub of yoghurt or 1 cup of milk or 2 slices of cheese Keep cool for safety 1 serve = 80g lean chicken or 1 cup baked beans or 2 boiled eggs Keep kids hydrated regularly. Explain to them the importance of drinking by themselves, even before being thirsty. Whole grain or high fibre 1 serve = 1 slice whole grain bread or 1/2 cup of cooked pasta or rice or 3 crispbreads A colourful selection 1 serve = 1 cup salad or 1/2 cup of cooked vegetables 1 serve = 1 medium banana or Small bag of cereal or 1 whole grain muesli bar How to build a balanced lunchbox For more lunchbox ideas visit www.nestlechoosewellness.com.au Healthy snacks can help to keep energy levels stable and hunger at bay. Follow our five tips below to build a balanced lunchbox. SNACK SMARTER Pair fresh fruit and vegies with a serve of dairy, such as fruit and yoghurt, or vegie sticks and tzatziki. When packing school lunches, use the pictorial guide above to help ensure your child is eating from each of the five food groups every day. Choose snacks with 4 or more Health Stars. To refuel active kids, try UNCLE TOBYS® Chewy and Yoghurt Muesli Bars. They are 50% wholegrain and a source of fibre. If your child needs a nutritional boost MILO® to GO provides low-GI, sustained energy. Freeze them for an icy drink on-the-go. DIP & DUNK KEEP IT COOL Remind your kids to drink 8 glasses of water a day. Pop a frozen water bottle into school lunches. GO FOR H 2 O! REACH FOR THE STARS! PERFECT PORTIONS And remember to stay ACTIVE during the day ... Being active is good for everyone!