This practical, clinician-informed resource is designed to support individuals who experience selective eating, sensory sensitivities, or GI-related food challenges. ARFID Snack Ideas offers low-pressure, flexible snack and smoothie strategies that prioritize comfort, predictability, and nourishment without overwhelming the senses.

Inside this 6-page guide, you’ll find:

🥤 Simple Smoothie Frameworks
A “Safe Sip” formula to build tolerated smoothies using familiar bases, gentle fruits, and invisible protein additions. Includes three approachable recipes:

• Creamsicle (low-fat, nausea-friendly)
• Strawberry “Milkshake” (low-acid, smooth texture)
• Pumpkin Pie (high soluble fiber for GI support)

🍌 Deconstructed Snack Ideas
Low-stress combinations that separate foods to reduce overwhelm, including:

• Crackers with fruit pairings
• Banana “sushi” with spreadable toppings
• Canned fruit and peeled apple options for easier digestion

🧀 Gentle Protein Introductions
Step-by-step ways to add protein, such as:

• Cheese served separately or in small portions
• Yogurt as a dip or “vehicle”
• Nut/seed butters used in thin, controlled amounts

🌿 GI & Sensory Considerations
Practical tips to support comfort and reduce symptoms, including guidance on:

• Fat tolerance and gallbladder/IBS considerations
• Temperature sensitivity in smoothies
• Texture modifications (blending, straining, and ingredient swaps)