According to a Nutritionist, Here's What You Can Order For Your Kids at Starbucks (PSL Included)

When busy parents make their routine stops at Starbucks, they often want to know what the "healthiest" item they can order for their kid is. Is it juice, or something else entirely? "I recommend parents try some of the lightly sweetened teas vs. juices, like the Shaken Iced Passion Tango Tea, which is also 0mg of caffeine," said Lemein. "Another great option is asking for a mix of sparkling water and juice to cut back on sugar. The canned sparkling waters are always a good option, too."

You don't have to limit your order to just teas. Starbucks has two Frappuccino under 200 calories: the Caramel Frappuccino Light and the Coffee Frappuccino Blended Beverage. "Either of these Frappuccino options are OK as a treat," said Lemein, emphasizing that they shouldn't be part of the everyday diet. Don't forget that you can order these as decaf options as well. "The larger concern is the amount of added sugar vs. caffeine. Although kids can become over caffeinated, the trace amounts in decaf beverages should not be of concern."

This might the question on every parent's mind. And the answer is yes, but with a caveat. "For teens, I would recommend asking for decaf espresso, low-fat milk, only one pump of syrup, and no whipped cream," suggested Lemein. Get creative with the order if you have a child on your hand who wants one. "If the child is very young, skip the espresso and do steamed low-fat milk with one pump of the syrup to make a kid-friendly version."