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Information: more than just a healthy diet

Nutrition is all about how our bodies use the food we eat to sustain growth and daily actions. Your child's overall health is linked to their nutrition. Medical problems that can be prevented by proper nutrition include:

  • Fragile bones
  • Diabetes
  • Obesity

Eating a healthy diet means you are getting all the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals needed for your body to work at its best level. A healthy diet helps your child grow and thrive.

What are the issues?

In the nutrition world one size does not fit all. Learning about your children's nutrient requirements is information you need in order to provide them with a healthy diet. Nutrient requirements change as your child ages. Requirements that change include:

  • Iron
  • Calcium
  • Protein

Because there are so many food choices, learning to read nutrition labels will help you select a healthy diet.

Promoting good nutrition

One very important way to promote good nutrition to your children is by setting a good example. Your healthy eating habits can make it easier for your children to adopt those same healthy food choices. Your shopping choices should include nutrient rich food choices. It is important to offer children:

  • Several servings of fruits and vegetables every day
  • Lean meat, nuts and eggs
  • High fiber whole grain breads and cereals
  • Water and milk

Try to limit fast food and junk food. Choose foods low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt, and added sugars.