Health Care for Children

Suggestions include: Children need a variety of different foods each day. Snacks are an important part of a healthy diet for active children. Make snacks nutritious, not just high in energy.

Children of this age may have swings in appetite depending on activity levels, so allow them to choose how much they need to eat while offering a wide variety of healthy foods. Some children only eat small amounts at the evening meal, so make sure that the afternoon snack is nutritious, not just high in [...]

For schoolchildren, family mealtimes are a chance to share and talk about the day’s activities and events. The evening meal together is an important time to do this.

Many schools have a canteen that offers a range of food choices. However, without some help, the food your child chooses may be high in cost and energy but low in nutrients. An alternative is a packed lunch from home, which is a great way for your child to learn about healthy food and to [...]

It is important to encourage breakfast. A good night’s sleep followed by food in the morning helps your child to stay active and concentrate at school. It also means your child is less likely to be too hungry during the morning. Be a role model and let your child see you eat breakfast too. A [...]