The same principle is used when it comes to the choice of food for adults and kids. They both need complete and balanced nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, fat, proteins, and carbohydrates. However, the amount of nutrients differs on the age and the needs of the body.
Healthy food is the best recipe to nourish your child’s growth and development both in physical and mental. It is good that we practice healthy options in our homes. Yes, we might be into delicious food, but take note that this food does not mean nutritious food.
In raising our children, we must consider the kind of food that we prepare for them daily. Every meal is an important, but breakfast is the most important. It energizes our body to start our daily activities right. For our schoolers, it is a need to give them the right servings of food. Let them have a balanced diet. Right amount of every nutrient that the body needs should be observed. Example of a good breakfast should have whole grain, fiber, and proteins.
For working moms, make sure that you have stocks of food for the following day, so that you will not rush when your kids have school. Better plan in the evening what your kids will have for breakfast the next day. Do the same for lunch, snacks, and dinner. Make a menu as much as possible for the whole week. Make a calendar and post in on your fridge. When everything is planned and organized ahead, it will be easier for you.
Also, make it a habit to have breakfast with your kids, so to show them that you, too are also practicing good diet.
Here are some list of nutrients and their resources:
- Carbohydrates: whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and beans
- Proteins: dairy products, lean meat, sea foods and fish like salmon, chicken and pork
- Fiber: oranges, banana, avocado, oatmeal, broccoli, pomegranate seeds
Healthy diet means healthy life!