Wash your hands before preparing any food 

Wash fruit and vegetables thoroughly before packing into the lunchbox 

Lightly coat chopped up fruit in lemon juice to prevent browning

Wrap sandwiches and rolls in tin foil, cling film or food bags

If you prepare your child’s lunchbox the evening before, make sure it is stored in the fridge overnight 

Although a lot of lunchboxes will be insulated which can help keep the food inside fresh, adding a small ice pack can help keep food cool before eating

Fresh food like sandwiches or pasta that are left over and not eaten in the packed lunch, should be thrown away at the end of the day