Healthy Living

B H asked:


I have a four year old that has ssensory issues, and likes to chew on things. We have discovered he likes shewy foods like marshmallows and licorice, but gets too hyper if he has a lot of sugar. I need good ideas for chewy snacks that are healthy and low in sugar. I have explored the whole foods stores and considered items such as dried pineapple, papaya, mango, etc. The problem is the added sugar. I have settled for dried apples with the texture of marshmallows. All good ideas will be appreciated.
Raisins are a good suggestion, but tend to have what I consider a lot of sugar with approximately 25g of sugar per 1oz. serving. In example, plain cherios have 3g of sugar for 1-1/4 cup serving.
I would consider 1/2 cup packed brown sugar to be a lot of sugar.
I might also add that my child also react to foods that have red and yellow dyes.
Please specify brand and product names whenever possible. (Thanks iansbaby)

Patrick