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Nutrition K2C

Having a healthy balanced diet is important for good health. Our children are always growing and learning new things. For our children to grow properly they must eat a well‐balanced diet. The kind and amount of food they eat is important for physical and metal growth.

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To have a healthy diet your food should include foods from these 5 groups. Grains, Proteins, Vegetables, Fruits, Dairy, As well as a good portion of clean water.

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Nutrition is how food affects the health of the body. Food provides essential nutrients for survival, and helps body function and stay healthy.

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Macronutrients are needed in large amount for our body to give us energy to function. One example is carbohydrate i.e. chapati/bread. Micro nutrients are needed in trace

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Micro nutrients are needed in trace amount by our body but very important to maintain the functions of the body. One example is vitamin A if not eaten can cause blindness.

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Grains, Proteins, Vegetables, Fruits, Dairy, As well as a good portion of clean water.1. Carbohydrate i.e. chappati and rice 2. Protein i.e. meat, fish, channa daal 3. Fat i.e. oil, butter 4. Vitamins i.e. vitamin A in carrots, Vitamin C in orange

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An unhealthy diet can cause serious problems for your child such as weak bones, weak eye sight,

Why is nutrition important?

Why is it important to have a proper diet and nutrition? A healthy diet throughout life promotes healthy pregnancy outcomes, supports normal growth, development and ageing, helps to maintain a healthy body weight, and reduces the risk of chronic disease leading to overall health and well-being.Getting children to eat healthy foods can sometimes feel like fighting an uphill battle. The leafier and greener the food, the greater the struggle. Child nutrition is incredibly important, however. Don’t cave in and let them eat nothing but fast food and sweets. It’s worth the struggle.

What nutrients do children need?

An easy way to ensure that children get the nutrients they need is by choosing healthy foods for them to eat. Choose lean protein from sources such as poultry, beans, seafood, nuts and seeds.Eat fresh, canned, or frozen fruits and vegetables every day. Look for canned and frozen options without added fats or sugars. Fruits should be in 100% juice or water.

Tips for child nutrition

Teach the importance of good nutrition, and help your children establish healthy eating habits. The more your child understands about nutrition, the more excited he will be about eating healthy.