Healthy snacks for kids – honesty in every bite with Timios

Deepak and Sandhya are on their monthly trip to the grocery store to pick up their essentials. They head to the snacks section looking for simple munchies they can give their young children. Looking at the regular options on the shelves, they aren't too keen on these calorie-laden foods. And, as they examine the ingredients more closely, some questions crop up in their minds. 

Are these run-of-the-mill snacks good enough for a growing toddler? Are they healthy foods to snack on? Do they have the right nutritional requirements? Or, are they just loaded with unnecessary and unhealthy ingredients? 

Haven't you experienced that moment many times when you've handed your child a packet of biscuits or chips? As parents, we are often concerned as to whether the snacks we give our children are healthy enough. Well, what if we said that you needn't worry any more? Yes, you read that right! Because with Timios, every bite is honest, with wholesome goodness!

Timios – Food that's good for kids!

Timios is a brand of high-quality snacks, exclusively for children.

They –

• Are made with natural and healthy ingredients that are high in nutrition and energy (so, you can be sure that your growing children get all the right nutritional needs)
• Are 100% natural; they are completely free of preservatives and artificial coloring
• Are mildly seasoned with natural spices (unlike most other snacks that contain high levels of artificial flavoring)
• Are created with children in mind and are, therefore, age-appropriate

How it all started

Who better to come up with healthy snacks for kids than concerned parents! Yes, the whole idea of Timios was conceived by a brother-sister duo (parents themselves), who found hardly any healthy foods for kids in the packaged food sector. They felt that if snacks could be healthy, fun and tasty it would be a win-win situation for both parents and kids. Timios snacks are loaded with taste and nutrition on the inside and fun on the outside. Thus, they came up with their own brand of easy snacks for kids that fit this requirement. Timios, meaning 'honest' in Greek, conveys that the products are honestly wholesome and healthy, made with real ingredients and void of sugars, calories, and other ingredients detrimental to children's health.

What's so good about Timios snacks?

Well, to begin with, they are goodness on the inside and fun on the outside! So, eating healthy snacks for kids need not be boring anymore. And, Timios snacks are full of natural flavors that your kids are sure to relish. They are age-appropriate – for babies, toddlers and preschoolers – keeping in mind their specific health, nutrition and portion size requirements.

Here are more reasons why you should be choosing Timios products for your kids:

• They are non-fried snacks, thereby avoiding excess and unhealthy fat for your children.

• They are made with whole grains and natural ingredients that are tasty and healthy for your little ones.
• Not all adult foods are suitable for children. Timios snacks are age-appropriate and the nutritional value in these snacks is carefully planned to ensure children get their nutritional needs.
• The snacks are soft, easy to chew and even break down and dissolve easily in the child's mouth.
• They are made of whole grains and, therefore, provide your child with the much-required fiber content.
• These snacks are great finger foods, especially for younger children. They can be eaten plain while some can even be mixed with milk.
• The packaging technology used for the products ensures that the food stays fresh for a long time.
• Although high in nutritional value and made from high-quality ingredients, Timios snacks are priced modestly.
• What's even more interesting is that even adults can enjoy Timios snacks they're just kid-centric, not kid-specific! So, the whole family can enjoy healthy snacking together!

Healthy snacks for kids from Timios

Healthy snacks for toddlers

Melts (9 months +)

These are perfect finger foods that babies can enjoy eating on their own. They can also be mixed with milk. The key ingredients are whole grains such as rice, wheat and oats, and naturally dried fruits or vegetables. They are high in iron and protein, with each piece containing a serving of 100kCal.

Zookers (12 months +)

Made with whole grains and bits of fruit, these animal-shaped crackers are sure to be a hit with your toddler. The main ingredients include whole grains such as wheat, bajra, oats and ragi, red cherries and natural peach fruit flavoring. These crackers are high in protein and contain calcium and fiber.

Mini Oat Bites (18 months +)

These soft and chewy bite-sized snacks are made from dates, oats, nuts such as almonds and cashews, and berries like cranberries, strawberries and blueberries. They also contain rice and honey. Full of protein and fiber, they make for healthy snacking for your growing child.

Multigrain Munchies (2 years +)

These incredibly tasty munchies are a great snack for your hungry kids in between meals. Available in different shapes such as stars, sticks, puffs and rings, this snack is rich in protein and fiber. It is made from wholesome ingredients like corn, rice, whole wheat, moong dal and ragi with just a hint of natural spice extracts.

Crunchies Cereal (2 years +)

Tired of the regular cereals that are loaded with unhealthy servings of sugar? Then Timios Crunchies Cereal is what you should go for. Made from whole grains (wheat, rice and oats) and real strawberries, this is a great option for your child to kick-start his day. It also contains beetroot powder and a dash of mild spices. A perfectly balanced meal, it is high in protein and fiber. What's best is that Crunchies can even be eaten as a snack any time throughout the day.

Healthy snacks for preschoolers

Energy Bars (4 years +)

Timios energy bars are a great option when your kid gets hungry in between meals. They are tasty, healthy and nutritious, and sure to keep him energized. Available in two variants (Nutty Bar and Berry Bar), these healthy fillers have low sodium content and are rich in protein and fiber. Each bar provides approximately 100kCal of energy.

Belligo 

A recent launch from Timios, Belligo is a snack made with a unique combination of prebiotics and probiotics. It is the first of its kind in India.Belligo helps in digestion and immunity by increasing the good bacteria in the gut. The special formula of Belligo ensures that the good bacteria remain intact throughout the production process and even after consumption. Belligo is free of gluten and trans-fat. Moreover, it does not need to be refrigerated and remains fresh in its packaging, making it a convenient snack when you are on the go. And, of course, Belligo is great for adults too!

So, the next time you're shopping for snacks, you know the obvious choice! It's Timios – honest, wholesome and healthy snacks for you and your family. You can buy Timios snacks on their website, other popular online shopping portals (including WhatsApp stores), in organic stores and supermarkets too.