Kids Snacks
The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Snack Swaps
No matter how you approach nutrition, snacks likely factor into the mix. Maybe you crave a sweet treat after lunch or a pick-me-up before the gym; or, if you’re like many people, you might like to dive into a bag of something crunchy and salty while binging your favorite show. However you like to snack, ...
A Child Nutritionist’s Guide to Teaching Kids About Nutrition Labels
If you’ve ever stood in the grocery aisle scanning food labels, wondering what’s actually good for your kids, you’re not alone. With so many buzzwords and claims on packaging, it can be tough to know what to look for — and what to skip. We turned to Dr. Nicole Beurkens, a clinical psychologist with a ...
Nutrition Activities, Games & Facts for Kids
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Proper nutrition is essential for children’s growth, development, and overall health. To make this topic fun, engaging—and extra delicious—here are some tips, games, and interactive ways you can help kids develop healthy habits that last for a ...
Thrive Market’s Top 50 Snacks for Kids Ranked by Highest in Fiber
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Looking for delicious and nutritious snacks that will also increase your child’s fiber intake? Thrive Market has your back. From crunchy fruits and veggies to whole-grain crackers and easy homemade treats, there are plenty of tasty high ...
Turkey Jerky vs Beef Jerky
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Jerky is a beloved snack for those who enjoy a portable, protein-packed option. While beef jerky has long been a staple, turkey jerky has grown in popularity as a lighter alternative. But what exactly sets these two ...
These Are the Top Healthy Trends for 2025, According to Thrive Market’s Chief Merchandising Officer
How do you define “healthy”? For most people, it involves feeling good from the inside out. From meditation and leafy greens to hydration and protein powder, having the right tools in your healthy living arsenal is the key to feeling your best — and there’s always a new health trend to discover. Meet April Lane, ...
1,001+ Fun Facts for Kids
Fun Facts for Kids Infographic click here “Good.” “Fine.” “Okay.” If these are the answers you get after asking how your kids’ day was, shake up family dinner with interesting facts for kids. Bonding over a meal can be a special routine, especially with these conversation starters to pique everyone’s interest. For inquisitive little ones, ...
Best in Class: Meet the A+ Winners of The After Schoolies Awards
Parents are always on the hunt for affordable, healthy finds and foods their kids will actually enjoy. That’s where the winners of our brand-new awards, The After Schoolies, come in. These standout products have been tried, tested, and loved by our members and their little ones. From tasty after-school snacks to practical picks for your ...
101 Snack Ideas for Kids
Snack Ideas for Kids Infographic click here The most common question parents are asked—often multiple times a day—might be this: “Can I have a snack?” Between school, sports, and everything in between, snack food is a daily must-have for most families, but keeping the house stocked can feel like a full-time job. Even when you ...
The Best Thrive Market Products for a Picky Eater’s Lunch Box
Sometimes, being a parent means being a detective. You’re gathering data and making conclusions — observing your child explore what they like and dislike, curating their own sets of values and biases with which they use to interact with the world expanding around them. All the while, you watch and try your best to make ...
Pack the Perfect Picnic: Tips For the Campground, Beach, or Anywhere Else You Roam
Eating al fresco takes on a whole new meaning when you turn your lunch into a picnic. There’s no better way to enjoy the outdoors this summer than by sharing a meal somewhere scenic, whether that’s at the beach, the park, or even the top of a mountain after a long hike. We put together ...
The Best Healthy Baby Foods, Snacks, Pouches & More
There’s nothing more important to parents than the health and nutrition of their babies. From the formula they drink when they’re an infant to the snacks they eat when they’re a toddler, you likely do quite a bit of research to make sure you’re only choosing the very healthiest baby foods. How and when you ...
The Best Thrive Market Products in September 2023
September is a month of transition: from long, lazy summer afternoons to early mornings, commutes, and carpools, packing lunches and even-more-packed schedules. This month, our team members are transitioning into fall by getting the kids ready for school and getting themselves ready for a return to routine — and they’re sharing the products they rely ...
These Strawberry Almond Crispy Rice Treats Make a Sweet Kids’ Snack (Without the Added Sugar)
In the midst of back-to-school shopping, planning carpools, and coordinating schedules, you may also start looking for ways to make your kids’ often-tricky transition from summer to school just a little bit smoother. Having a big batch of these Vegan Strawberry Almond Crisped Rice Treats waiting for your kids when they hop off the school ...
20+ Best Kids Snacks at Thrive Market — Straight from the Experts Themselves
When you’re looking for the best kids snacks, who better to ask than the kids themselves? We asked the children of our Thrive Market employees (who always have pantries stocked with the latest healthy, organic chips, puffs, crackers, and pouches), and our members, who aren’t shy about expressing their love for their favorite products. Whether ...
The Best Movie Night Snacks for Every Genre
As the weather cools down, it’s time to grab a cozy blanket and put on a movie. An at-home movie night is a great way to save money on pricey tickets and concessions, but of course, having the right snack makes all the difference. Check out these healthy movie night snacks, helpfully organized by genre.
Editor’s Picks: Our Favorite Products in September
As Thrive Market employees, we know a lot about our products. We swap recommendations, we sample from the “free table” at Thrive Market HQ, and we’re the first to add newly-launched items to our orders. Editor’s Picks is a monthly column rounding up the top three products our blog editors are loving.
11 Healthy School Snacks for Kids, Picked by Kids
When you’re starting to shop for your kids’ school snacks, there are a few things you likely always consider: Is it healthy? Is it simple enough to grab or prep on a busy weekday morning? And finally, the trickiest question of all… Will the kids actually eat it? In a perfect world, the best school ...
The Best Healthy Road Trip Snacks
Bags are packed, the gas tank is full, you’ve set your navigation, and you’re ready for your road trip adventure. But not so fast—every road trip needs healthy snack essentials. Get ready to travel with fuel from Thrive that’ll satisfy all your on-the-go cravings. From juicy dried fruit to meat stick must-haves, we’ve got the ...
4 Easy Banana Bread Recipes to Bake at Home
Got some browning bananas you need to use? Banana bread makes a great quick breakfast or easy snack. We’re sharing four of our favorite banana bread recipes that use simple ingredients (that you hopefully already have in your pantry). Whether you’re vegan, paleo, or just looking for a healthier option—these recipes have you covered.
The Sustainable Story Behind Thrive Market Organic Apple Sauce
Quality, taste, and sustainability. When we set out to source Thrive Market Organic Apple Sauce, we looked for a supplier that could deliver on those three values. “It was important for us to find a domestic supplier that could create a single-ingredient apple sauce that not only tasted delicious, but was also organic,” says Tina ...
The Best Tasting, Healthy and Homemade Protein Bars
Protein bars are one of the easiest ways to fuel up, curb cravings, or jump-start recovery after a workout—without relying on highly processed or sugary commercial options. When made right, they balance flavor, texture, and nutrition: think nut butters, protein powders, wholesome binders, seeds or nuts for crunch, and natural sweeteners. These homemade bars make ...
Black & White Cookies Recipe
[schema description]The iconic Black & White cookie is more than just dessert — it’s a landmark of culinary history. In New York City, it’s practically a cultural emblem: flat cakes iced half in vanilla fondant and half in chocolate, baked in a shape somewhere between a cookie and a cake. Though many Americans think of ...
Spelt Flour Recipe for Homemade Crackers
[schema description]There’s something quietly satisfying about crunchy, homemade crackers—the kind you can snack on straight from the sheet, pair with cheese, or dunk into dips. This recipe for yogurt-spelt crackers achieves exactly that by combining the nutty richness of sprouted spelt flour with tangy yogurt, a little butter, and sea salt. As the dough rests, ...