Many parents enjoy the rush of back-to school. They handle it like they are the school-shopping and scheduling pros. Planning school snacks is part and parcel of the plan.
One place to start when it comes to school snacks is watermelon. Watermelon is 92% water. These sweet, dribbling juices are both delicious and hydrating.
Registered dietitian and author “Eat Your Way to Happiness”Elizabeth Somers says that the delicious fruit is low or completely free from cholesterol, fat, and sodium. Additionally, watermelon intake increases free arginine which helps to maintain cardiovascular function.
National Watermelon Promotion Board has other benefits. Vitamins found in the juicy fruit can increase immunity and fight infection.
Watermelon is Mother Nature’s most perfectly engineered snack. It can be incorporated into breakfasts to make your child feel good, regardless of whether they are eating it before school, extracurricular activities, or athletics.
The following watermelon pop recipe is quick and easy, so you can enjoy all the finger-licking possibilities.
Visit the National Watermelon Promotion Board website to find out more watermelon recipes. www.watermelon.org.
BREAKFAST PUSHPOPS
Ingredients:
Push pop molds are available at most restaurants supply shops.
Granola
Sliced watermelon chunks
The yogurt of your choice
Instructions
Layer the yogurt, watermelon and granola on top. Top with yogurt and watermelon chunks. You can freeze the Breakfast Push Pop molds and take the Breakfast Push Pops with you when on the go.
