World Food Day is observed to emphasize the importance of an inclusive society in which no one, including children, should be left behind when it comes to food security. Children should be able to grow up healthy and have access to nutritious foods.
Ask any parent and they will advise you to develop healthy eating habits in your children, especially those who go to school, because it is easy to be tempted by unhealthy, ready-to-eat junk food instead of nutritious meals. We recommend the following four essential food groups for children to maintain healthy eating habits.
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Vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, water, fruits and vegetables are important sources of nutrients that help children get sick. We know that a heavy diet of fruits and vegetables is not appealing to most children, but we need to encourage them to experiment with fresh produce and cooked fruits and vegetables in a variety of colors and flavors. I have.
“I regularly feed my son almonds and cashews in addition to fruits such as apples, bananas, oranges and grapes. Children love fruit salad because it is colorful and nutritious. , I often make it for my son and put vegetables such as carrots, and cucumbers in his diet,” said Nusrat Ali Hasnat, a housewife living in Bashundhara and mother of her 7-year-old son. Told.
grain food
Children need energy to grow, develop and learn, and grain foods such as pasta, rice, corn, oats, and barley are essential to help children achieve the growth they need. The best thing about whole grain foods is that their low glycemic index keeps children full and energized for a long time.
dairy products
A good source of protein and calcium, dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt are ideal healthy foods for children. Children should be encouraged to consume a wide variety of dairy products on a regular basis. This includes drinking milk, a slice of cheese, or a bowl of yogurt.
“In fact, I incorporate a lot of dairy into my son’s regular diet, including making cheese sandwiches. I try to include butter in his food whenever possible to help maintain a healthy weight.” ‘ said Nusrat.
foods rich in protein
Foods rich in protein are very important for a child’s growth and muscle development. It is rich in protein as it also contains many useful vitamins and minerals. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fatty fish and lean red meat, are especially important for children’s learning and brain development.
Protein-rich foods are especially ideal for children’s tiffins because they have to go to school for a long time. Ensure all essential nutrients.
When asked what her son’s ideal tiffin would look like, Nusrat said, “In addition to fruit salad and vegetables, I like to make food for my son’s tiffin, such as hamburgers. I use it with a little salt and pepper, and marinating the night before makes the patties tastier and healthier!”
Essential Drinks and Foods to Reduce
When it comes to healthy drinks, sticking to plain water can do just fine, and it’s fortified with fluoride for strong teeth, along with the necessary food elements. As far as fruit juice goes, it’s great for kids.
Foods high in salt and sugar put you at risk for health conditions such as childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes. Also, overconsumption of these foods can lead to unhealthy weight gain.
Of course, since children are free spirits, it is simply impossible to stop them from consuming junk food. Therefore, rather than outright banning these foods, children should be allowed to eat them occasionally under parental supervision.
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