The one thing you should never put in your child's packed lunch
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- Certain foods are not recommended to put in a child’s packed lunch
- Not recommended foods include those high in fat, sugar, or salt
- Other foods include those that pose a risk to children
Some may choose to create a packed lunch for children to take to school, rather than opt for a school lunch.
The decision to choose your child to have a pre-made lunch for dinner can be due to cost, dietary requirements of the child or other factors.
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Hide AdHowever, it is important to ensure that the foods and drinks included in the packed lunch are healthy, filling and of course enjoyable for the child to eat.


Certain schools will suggest or encourage parents to pack lunches that are full of nutrition, organic, low-fat and in general healthy for the child.
There are certain foods which are not recommended to be included in a packed lunch, or in some cases even banned by the particular school.
One thing in particular that is recommended not to include in a packed lunch, and that is grapes.
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Hide AdWhile grapes are healthy for children to eat, the reason that they are not recommended is actually due to the choking hazard they pose. However, if they are cut into smaller pieces and pose less of a choking risk, grapes can be safely consumed by children.
Another food which can be requested by schools not to include in a packed lunch is peanuts or peanut butter, and this is due to the fact it could cause an allergic reaction to children with a peanut allergy.
While your child may not carry a peanut allergy, the food being around someone with an allergy can cause a range of symptoms which can range from mild to life-threatening. A peanut based food product does not have to be consumed by a person with an allergy for it to cause a reaction.
Other foods which are not recommended for children’s packed lunches include; foods high in fat, sugar or salt including sweets, cakes, chocolate, and crisps. The reason for these particular foods is to encourage children to eat healthy.
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