{"id":51209,"date":"2018-08-24T10:00:54","date_gmt":"2018-08-24T14:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/?p=51209"},"modified":"2026-07-03T09:48:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:48:53","slug":"lunchbox-ideas-avoid-classroom-food-allergies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/lunchbox-ideas-avoid-classroom-food-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"Try These Simple Lunchbox Ideas to Avoid Top Classroom Food Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text]With each new school year comes a new classroom environment and routine. And if your child has a food allergy, there\u2019s also a new group of people to educate. It can be a lot to keep track of, but we\u2019re here to help with some quick after-school snack hacks that are nutritious and free-from the top allergens\u2014so everyone can eat freely!<\/p>\n

If Your Child Has a Food Allergy, Plan Ahead!<\/h5>\n

Before classes start for the year, get in touch with your child\u2019s school to discuss their policies and staff training. Inquire about their food allergy emergency plan, make sure they\u2019re aware of your child\u2019s allergy, and provide your contact information and necessary medical information and medication in case of any issues.<\/p>\n

Once the school year starts, work with your child\u2019s teachers on avoiding allergen exposure, identifying ingredients, and recognizing allergic reaction symptoms. It may be helpful to provide a supply of allergy friendly snacks<\/a> for any classroom parties or other events.<\/p>\n

Allergy-Free Lunchbox Snack Hacks<\/h5>\n

Bento boxes are a great way to get creative with allergy friendly meals\u2014put meals and snacks in different compartments in the same box.<\/p>\n

There are lots of kid-friendly gluten-free lunch recipes \u2013 both sweet and savory \u2013 that are sure to be a hit. Here are some of our favorites:<\/p>\n

Lentil Chips Pizza Crust<\/a>:<\/strong> Did you know our vegan lentil chips can be used as a gluten free pizza crust? Turn your child\u2019s favourite flavor (we recommend Margherita Pizza<\/a>!) into a savory pizza crust and top with dairy free cheese and veggies!<\/p>\n

Lentil Chip Chicken Tenders:<\/strong> Enjoy Life Lentil Chips are so versatile! Crush them up and use as gluten free \u201cbreading\u201d for chicken tenders or a vegetarian alternative. We recommend Thai Chili Lime<\/a> for a hint of spice! Recipe is below:<\/p>\n

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