The 7 worst summer foods for kids

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Ice Pops

Like sports drinks, they come with empty calories that can cause weight gain. And as refreshing as they might seem, they're actually filled with sugar or high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavoring and dyes.
Smart swap: Frozen fruit. "Pop a few slices of watermelon into the freezer," advises Crandall. "Watermelon has a high water content, so the result is a sweet treat that keeps kids hydrated." You can

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Photo Credit: Getty Images

Ice Pops

Like sports drinks, they come with empty calories that can cause weight gain. And as refreshing as they might seem, they're actually filled with sugar or high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavoring and dyes.
Smart swap: Frozen fruit. "Pop a few slices of watermelon into the freezer," advises Crandall. "Watermelon has a high water content, so the result is a sweet treat that keeps kids hydrated." You can also freeze grapes (just don't give them to children under four years old, as they can be choking hazards), blueberries and orange slices as other tasty, nutritious options.

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