15 Healthier Versions Of Your Favorite Childhood Foods

    Kid-friendly food gets an upgrade.

    1. Make and bake your own mozzarella sticks for a less-greasy treat.

    2. Skip store-bought ice cream for a dairy-free option you can make with only one ingredient.

    3. Bake chicken nuggets with a panko crust.

    4. Skip Eggo waffles and try homemade multigrain.

    5. Make your own tomato sauce for spaghetti to cut out unnecessary sugar.

    6. Cut back on the cheese in your mac 'n' cheese.

    7. Try a baked, whole wheat version of corn dogs made with turkey dogs.

    8. Skip the eggs in your brownies to cut down on the cholesterol.

    9. Use fresh fruit in PB&Js.

    10. Make your own (easy) chicken noodle soup to avoid gross amounts of sodium.

    11. Skip store-bought popsicles for a low-fat, homemade option.

    Or try a dairy-free version:

    12. Add chia seeds to your pudding for a high fiber treat.

    13. Update your grilled cheese with heart healthy bread and less butter.

    14. Try using whole wheat pasta to reduce the risk of digestive issues and Type 2 diabetes.

    15. Make your own apple sauce to watch out for sugar content.