Crackers are also a perfect snack food if you choose ones which are low salt, low fat, and whole grain. They are good on their own, but taste even better with some type of topping.

For instance, a piece of cheese between two crackers with a little slice of ham is a handy and tasteful snack.

You can also spread some cream cheese or peanut butter on your crackers. Kids may enjoy strawberry jam or grape jelly between two crackers.

This is definitely a healthy alternative to cake or a piece of candy. Make up a few of your favorite cracker snacks the night before and chill them for the next morning.

If all else fails, go for some snacks that you can pick up in the store. Be careful though. Read food labels to check fat, cholesterol, and sodium content per serving.

Some excellent choices are baked chips, granola bars, and roasted nuts.

Low fat luncheon meats can be wrapped around cheese or fruit slices for a healthy little snack. Just beware of the sodium.

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