Every parent, teacher or nursery owner has heard that children should be eating a “balanced diet.” But a balance of what? Here are the nine nutrients that every child should be getting on a daily basis: 1. Protein Protein helps a child’s body build cells, break down food into energy, fight infection, and carry oxygen.…
Good nutrition is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle. Combined with physical activity, your diet can help you to reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases (like heart disease and cancer), and promote your overall health. But is nutrition in early childhood the same as adult nutrition? In…
Children need a wide variety of foods for a well-balanced diet. The amount of physical activity they have in a day will be an important part of how much they need to eat. When children are busy and active, snacking is important to keep energy levels high. A healthy meal during the day is key…