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The class opening presents yet another challenge for us moms: what to pack in our kids’ lunch box. Simple as the task may seem, it’s not always easy to plan the menu, especially when the odds are against you: What if your child only wants fried chicken everyday? What do you do when his lunch break is so short he doesn’t have time to finish his baon? How do you satisfy a child with a sweet tooth and still serve a healthy snack?
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Photo 2 of 10Your dilemma: I love the idea of sending my child ulam and rice, but he always ends up making a mess when he eats. Try this: Prepare a mess-free, nutritious meal with this wrap. Health note: This meal is healthy in every way – the chicken is roasted, not fried; it uses a light dressing, and one of the main ingredients is a veggie. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 3 of 10Your dilemma: I learned new veggie dishes to make his baon healthy but my child always leaves out the veggies. Try this: Wrap veggies in delicious cream cheese! Health note: Spinach is rich in fiber, among other nutrients, which may help prevent constipation. Get the recipe from yummy.ph. -
Photo 4 of 10Your dilemma: I don't want to deprive him of his favorite - chocolates - but often, that's all he wants to bring to school! Try this: Let him have his chocolate, but pair it with fresh fruits Health note: Give your child his daily dose of Vitamin C naturally with the citrus fruits you pack in his lunch bag. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 5 of 10Your dilemma: My preschooler loves to eat, but then he likes everything sweet – even his ulam. Try this: Give your favorite recipe a fruity twist. Health note: Lychee is rich in oligonol, a polyphenol that has active anti-influenza virus actions. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 6 of 10Your dilemma: I’d like to introduce him to sandwiches, but he won’t touch them. Try this: Turn his favorite pasta dish into a sandwich. Health note: Bread is a good source of protein. To get more out of your bread, use the whole grain variety to aid digestion. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 7 of 10Your dilemma: My son eats anything, but he’s tired of the usual rice and ulam. Try this: Mix them together in a yummy paella dish Health note: This recipe is rich in lycopene which helps lower your risks for cancer, and iron for a healthier immune system. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 8 of 10Your dilemma: Fried chicken is my daughter’s staple food. It's actually easy to prepare, but I know it’s not healthy to have every day. Try this: Try roasting the chicken for a change – healthier, but just as delicious. Health note: Roasting the chicken takes out the bad fat, plus the lettuce gives this recipe a healthy factor. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 9 of 10Your dilemma: I love preparing my daughter's baon everyday, but there are days when I just don’t have time to cook. Try this: Prepare something in advance that you can keep in the fridge and reheat when needed. Health note: A generous serving of this recipe rich in milk and cheese gives your child a healthy dose of calcium. Get the recipe from yummy.ph -
Photo 10 of 10Your dilemma: My son has a short lunch break, so he sometimes doesn't finish his baon because he’s in a hurry. I'm so tempted to just let him buy fast food. Try this: Pack finger foods in his lunch bag. Health note: This recipe is delightfully crispy, it will be like eating French fries – but with filling ingredients. Get the recipe from yummy.ph
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