28/01/2026
Teenagers and snacking… 😅
Do you have a teen in the house? Do you do the weekly shop and two days later the cupboards look bare?
They’re growing fast, their brains are developing rapidly, and their hormones are shifting… which can mean bigger appetites and “I need food NOW” moments.
Snacks aren’t the problem, what they’re made of matters.
A snack that’s mostly sugar (or beige carbs) can spike energy fast… and then crash it just as quickly. That’s when you get the grumps, the tiredness, the “I’m hungry again” 20 minutes later.
What teens’ bodies often need for steady energy and good mood:
✅ Protein (for growth, blood sugar balance, neurotransmitters, muscle repair)
✅ Healthy fats (for hormone building blocks, brain health, focus and fullness)
✅ Fibre + colour (for gut health and better energy regulation)
A simple rule of thumb: build snacks like mini-meals.
Try pairing a protein + a healthy fat + something with fibre.
Snack ideas that actually keep them going:
🫐Greek-style yoghurt (or dairy-free yoghurt) + berries + seeds
🌰Apple/pear + nut/seed butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
🥚Boiled eggs + veggie sticks
🥠Hummus + oatcakes/wholegrain crackers
🧀Cheese (or alternatives) + fruit
🌮Leftovers! (Wraps, chicken pieces, mini omelette, rice + tuna etc.)
And for those “grab-and-go” moments… protein balls are such a win 🙌
(Recipe in comments⬇️)