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What makes a handy portable snack that avoids the junk? Fiona Hamilton-Fairley packs a picnic One thing children love is when you announce that a day out is imminent and a picnic hamper or coolbag is needed. They shout 'Hooray', grab the football, Frisbee and sun hat, and head for the door. But wait - first you need to plan for a menu on the move.

One thing children love is when you announce that a day out is imminent and a picnic hamper or coolbag is needed. They shout 'Hooray', grab the football, Frisbee and sun hat, and head for the door. But wait - first you need to plan for a menu on the move.

There are so many options today, but keeping the food choices healthy is not always easy. I know that crisps, biscuits and sweet snacks are likely to be the most popular with children, but when you're at the shop, how about coming out with something less sugary, salty or fatty that keen appetites will still get excited about? The healthier options can be just as easy to carry around.

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