Nutritional Answer to the Protein Problem – Pocket Protein KIDZ
Getting kids to eat can be a tough job. Getting kids to eat healthy options full of the vitamins and proteins they need to maintain a healthy body can be mission impossible. Luckily, there is a nutritional answer to the protein problem – Pocket Protein KIDZ.
Finicky eaters and allergies can put up road blocks that create gaps in children’s’ diets. They may have eaten all their apple slices and french fries, but skipped the rest of the food on their plate. Their much-needed protein supply tanks and you have a problem that might change the energy levels and even behavior.
School lunches are a huge concern for some. Between allergies and little encouragement to at least try their peas, kids’ school food is typically thrown in the trash. While some schools are making amazing efforts to improve their offerings and reform lunches, there are some facts that might alarm you…
A study performed by The University of Michigan Health System, and presented to American College of Cardiology, compared the weight of kids who ate school lunches and kids who brought a lunch from home. The numbers found that those who ate school-prepared lunches were more likely to be overweight or obese with stats hovering at 38.2% vs. 24.7%.
The study also reported that students who ate school lunches are more likely to eat 2 or more servings of fatty meals like hot dogs and fried chicken daily with a stat of 6.2% vs. 1.6%.
To be fair, not all the stats are bad. Under new standards set in place by the government, children are offered more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains along with low or non-fat dairy products.
To ensure your child is getting what he or she needs, Pocket Protein KIDZ that adheres to all the same FDA oversights and regulations as milk or juice. It’s a great alternative to nitrate packed lunch meats and fill the gaps when cheeses or yogurt just isn’t an option.
Pocket Protein KIDZ is 7 grams of a proprietary blend of hydrolyzed collagen protein and whey protein isolate. Made with apple juice, it has less than 4 grams of sugar and no artificial colors or sweeteners. Best part, it is fat, gluten, lactose and nut free. All the ingredients are GMO free.
Even better, it doesn’t need to be refrigerated, so it can slip in backpacks for lunches, snacks, or some after-school fuel all those extra circular activities. The are small, travel well, and you can even tuck them away in your purse for quick snack during your family’s rush hour.
The brand has launched a PPK crowdfunding campaign to get the word out and secure the funds for our initial run of product. The goal is to make protein as convenient as starchy, sugary carbs while improving the nutrition of children in need. Inspired by Tom’s Shoes business model, Pocket Protein KIDZ is partnering with Feeding America and will match every pre-order of Pocket Protein KIDZ via the campaign and send to a child in need of better nutrition.
Our readers can save 15% while supplies last by using the promo code LAUNDRY at checkout. Just click: Buy 6 – Give 6 to go right to checkout.
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Although this post has been generously sponsored by Pocket Protein KIDZ, the opinions and language are my own, and in no way do they reflect KIDZ.
These look really nutritious for taking on the go. I would take these in the car for road trips.
I definitely don’t get enough protein in my diet, so these are perfect to just grab and go!
Getting kids to eat healthy has been a fight that has lasted for generations. Finally a great idea to help boost the nutritional values of kids eating habits.
No matter what I do, I can’t get my kids to eat anything packaged like this.
I will have to try this! Looks like an amazing helpul idea for lunches! HEALTHY TOO!
These look great! Forget the kids, I’ll drink them myself! (LOL)
I struggle with figuring out what to pack in my girl’s lunches. Not only for the healthy factor but the variety factor. This looks like a great new item to pack for them.
These look interesting and beneficial. My kids aren’t too picky but anything to help and get a little extra in is a huge plus!
These would be great to have for travel. You eat very unhealthy while traveling
Easy way to intake protein too!
I am thankful that kiddo likes her protein and vegetables but I like that these fruit drinks dont have a lot of garbage in them.
I always packed lunches for my kids when they were in middle school. I would definitely use this to give my kids extra protein.
What a great way to help supplement my sons’ protein needs. 15% off is ALSO a great deal. Thanks!
I am definitely going to have to check these out. My kids are hypoglycemic and can use the extra protein often. I like the conveniency of these.
this looks awesome. I love pouches! I’m going to have to check this out for my kids. thanks for sharing.
I had packed lunches up until middle school. However, I was always conscious of what I ate thankfully 🙂
Protein is very important, I always make sure to get a big dose of it in the morning; this product sounds great!
Oh I would love to try this. My son seems to want to live on things like PB&J and Mac and Cheese.
I always ensure my family gets enough protein to start the day. It’s so important, this sounds like a great product.
I like the protein in these. They would be perfect for my daughter to put in her gymnastics bags to refuel after class!
The convenience factor goes a long way! I know when I’m hungry on the fly I’ll just grab whatever’s quickest.
This looks like a great grab and go item. We are so busy and I am always looking for great protein items
I actually just heard about the Pocket Protein a few weeks ago myself. I think it’s great that they have a kids version too. Lead by example, right?
A great thing to have on the go.. I like easy snacks that are healthy.
I and my children love these things. The only downside to these are that some contain strawberry and I have a kid allergic to strawberry
This is really neat, I’d love to try some of these out for my children.