Fuelling Big School Days with Weetabix

The kids are going back to school and they will need a good breakfast to fill their bellies and keep them going until lunchtime.  With Freddy starting full time school on September 4th, I want to be sure he has a good start to the day to prepare him for everything new and exciting that comes his way.  So for Freddy, a bowl of Weetabix with milk is on the menu.

Weetabix is made with 100% wholegrain, is high in fibre and low in fat and sugar making it a great source of slow release energy to fuel my little lad until lunchtime.  It has four added vitamins and iron to aid his physical development and has no added nasties. It is ready to eat in moments with its easy to serve portions, making it perfect for busy mornings. What's more, Freddy loves it!

Having a healthy diet is essential for little ones, especially when they start school, which will see them expending loads of energy as they are stretched both mentally and physically. Weetabix's consultant dietician has some top tips to help make sure your child is happy and healthy at mealtimes.

• A variety of foods at regular meal times is key to a healthy diet
• Involve children in food and meal preparation
• Offer child-size portions, allowing for seconds if wanted, rather than serving one large portion
• Be a positive role model for your child when it comes to eating
• Eat together as a family
• Keep sweet treats as an occasional end of meal treat
• Top up between meals with a healthy snack such as vegetable/fruit sticks with yoghurt dip or breakfast cereal with milk
• Make sure your child is not too tired to eat
• If you have any worries talk to your doctor, health visitor or school nurse

Weetabix on the Go

Did you know that 8 million Brits skip breakfast everyday!  Many people grab a snack to eat on the go, but the choices for a healthy and substantial morning meal have not always been that great.

Weetabix have come to the rescue, applying their breakfast expertise to their newly launched Weetabix On The Go - the perfect portable solution for busy mornings.  The delicious baked biscuits come in individual four pack servings and provide all the fibre, minerals and vitamins of two regular Weetabix.  They mean you can grab them and go, knowing that you haven't compromised on a good start to the day.

We were sent the Apple with a Hint of Cinnamon and the Fruit and Fibre  varieties to try out.

The biscuits themselves are Weetabix shaped and bear the distinctive Weetabix logo.  The four packs come in their own plastic packet keeping the contents safe and protected when on the go.  You can pop one straight into your bag.  The multipack boxes contain five of these 50g servings.

The biscuits themselves are lower in fat, sugar and salt than the average breakfast biscuit.  They are rich in wholegrains, high in fibre and contain Calcium,vitamins and Iron.  They have a very pleasant taste and are surprisingly filling.  So filling in fact, that two would be plenty.  I'd save the other two for a snack later in the day!

The pieces of apple or fruit in the biscuits give a lovely flavour and add some texture.  They make a nice alternative to the Milk and Cereal flavour.  I am a bit of a purist and prefer the subtle vanilla flavour of the original ones. But Ian likes the dried fruity pieces and loves the new additions to the range.

The Weetabix On The Go are so convenient for those days when you just don't have time to eat a proper breakfast or if you want to eat later on.  They are great for my daughter who is at college and has to catch the 7.30am bus.  She can grab a pack of Weetabix On The Go and a carton of juice to enjoy on the bus.  I know she is getting something nutritious that will fill her up and help fuel her day!

RRP: £2.19 for a multi-pack/ 55p for an individual pack of 4 biscuits

Weetabix For Winter Mornings

With the cold weather gripping us in its wintry chill, it is so important to start the day with a good healthy breakfast.  Both adults and children will benefit from enjoying a tasty bowl of Weetabix!

Served with hot milk for a warming breakfast it will be a perfect boost to see you through the chilly mornings.  If you or the children prefer a chocolatey cereal, Weetabix now do a Spoonsize Chocolate Weetabix which is crammed with chocolatey chunks.  The good news is that is only contains half of the sugar of other chocolate based cereals on the market...so both kids and mum are happy!

Weetabix is a great source of nutrition for all the family. But if you are watching your weight it can be a really useful asset!  Not only is it full of goodness (like high in fibre and fortified with iron and vitamins) but it is also a great way to keep you fuller for longer and will help you avoid snacking throughout the morning!  So any weight watchers can enjoy a guilt free breakfast that will keep them full up until lunchtime.

Some of the benefits of eating Weetabix for breakfast are:

·         Weetabix provides slow release energy that will keep you fuelled up for the day

·         Weetabix is a great source of fibre which helps keep tummies healthy as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle

·         Weetabix is low in sugar

·         2 Weetabix are only 134 calories (excluding milk)

·         2 Weetabix biscuits is the perfect portion so you’ll find it hard to pour too much into your bowl!

·         If you’re following a diet with the likes of Weight Watchers or Slimming World you get more for your points!

Weetabix also has a meal plan that you can view here: http://www.weetabix.co.uk/downloads/pdf/right-weight-fibre-diet.pdf. This gives you tips and advice on all your main meals to help achieve a balanced and healthy diet.  

Weetabix really is a cereal that everyone can enjoy, from little ones to diet conscious mums.  Find out everything you need to know about the brand at http://www.weetabix.co.uk/