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Nutrition for Kids Amy Iannuzzi Parents
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Why is this important? Linked to their growth and development Promote better quality of life Childhood obesity rates are rising Giving them a foundation for future
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Healthy Eating Plate Overview Plenty of whole grains, fruits and veggies Choose fish, poultry, beans and nuts Avoid added sugars and high salt Drink water Balance food with physical activity
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What is Most Important? VVariety!
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Variety of What? NNutrients CCarbohydrates PProteins VVitamin D IIron
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Carbohydrates Whole-grains Brown Rice Vegetables Fruits
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Protein Meat Fish Cheese Beans Nuts Seeds
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Iron Comes from Meats Beans Green vegetables
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Vitamin D Derived from sun light Fish oils Eggs Dairy Products
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Always remember that nutrients make color, the more colorful the dinner plate, the better!
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Healthy Meals for kids Breakfast Whole- grain breads or fiber containing cereals Fruits (apple, grapes, bananas etc.) Yogurt If possible, skip fruit juice
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Lunch Choose whole-grain bread or roll for sandwiches Try to always serve fruit rather than chips Be sure to serve milk or water
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Dinner Should contain Carbohydrates Protein Fat fruits vegetables, whole-grains white meat chicken or beans heart healthy (eg. Olive oil)
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And for your kids sweet tooth Dessert Find ways to modify their favorite treats Eg. Ice cream with fruit toppings
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Snacks Plain popcorn Apples, bananas, grapes Sandwiches Low fat yogurt
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What to avoid Fast Food Juice Soda
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Fast Food Kids will ask for it Although fast, not healthy Make it a rare occasion Learn to say no
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Nutrition Video Nutrition For Kids
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As parents… Stay Educated Teach your children healthy habits Cook with children Introduce them to new foods Remember, it is your responsibility
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References http://www.everydayhealth.com/kids- nutrition/essential-nutrition.aspx http://www.everydayhealth.com/kids- nutrition/essential-nutrition.aspx http://www.childrenshealthfund.org/healt hcare-for-kids/health-education- materials?gclid=CPvixPHWmMgCFVORHw odHKkNnQ http://www.childrenshealthfund.org/healt hcare-for-kids/health-education- materials?gclid=CPvixPHWmMgCFVORHw odHKkNnQ http://kidshealth.org/kid/nutrition/ http://kidshealth.org/kid/nutrition/
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