Eating healthy for_kids

Eating healthy for_kids

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  Eat Right, GrowStrong Nutrition for Young Children
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  Why Healthy Eating?  More than 1 in 4 preschoolers are overweight or obese  Being overweight is a risk to physical and mental health  Poor nutrition contributes to weight gain
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  Importance of Nutrition Young children need to eat nutritious foods because their bodies are growing rapidly.  Children may receive between 50% and 75% of their daily calories at the child care facility.  Children learn healthy (or unhealthy) eating habits at a very young age.
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   Variety Of HealthyFood 
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  Fruits and Vegetables Avariety of fruits and vegetables give children vitamins and minerals that keep them healthy and help them grow.  Fruits and vegetables are “nutrient dense” – lots of nutrients but few calories, unless too much butter, cheese, or meat fat is added.  100% fruit and vegetable juices are good but less nutritious and filling than the foods themselves.
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  Make eating fruitsand vegetables fun! Ways to get kids to LOVE their fruits and vegetables (or at least try them!)…  Serve them creatively.  Have a party for your senses.  Incorporate them into lessons by trying fruits and vegetables from different places around the world.  Set a good example.
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  Meats and FatsMost sausage, bacon, and hot dogs have a lot of fat, sodium, and calories, so consuming too much can lead to future health problems.  Look for lower fat baked options and serve the high fat versions less often.  French fries and chicken nuggets are also high in saturated fat and calories.  Kids will also enjoy lower fat foods like baked potatoes and baked chicken.  Consider occasionally replacing meat with beans for a low fat option with lots of fiber and protein.
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  Grains and Sugars Fiber helps in digestion and helps children feel full. Try and incorporate high-fiber whole grain foods at least once every day.  Sugary and salty foods have a lot of “empty” calories—they are often high in fat and calories but have little nutritional value. Serve these only occasionally.
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  Liquids  Water isthe best choice for thirsty children. Model good habits for the children by choosing water first.  Soda and fruit drinks are full of sugar and “empty calories” (few nutrients, many calories).  Serving low fat milk with meals and snacks provides calcium but doesn’t add many calories.
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  Liquids Myths  Myth1: Whole milk is best for all kids  Under 1: breast milk or formula  1 to 2: Whole milk  Over 2: 1% or skim milk  Myth 2: Juice is always the best option  Whole fruits have more nutrients  Under 6: 4-6 oz. a day of 100% juice  Not a good choice to quench thirst
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  Things to Remember Children will eat!  They are capable of regulating their food intake.  They generally react negatively to new foods, but will usually accept them with time and experience.  Caregivers can either support or disrupt children’s food acceptance and regulation.
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  How to Makea Healthy Lunch Healthy  Baked, skinless chicken breast  Steamed carrots  Fresh strawberries  Whole wheat dinner roll  Skim milk Unhealthy  Chicken nuggets  Tator tots  Canned fruit cocktail in heavy syrup  Slice of white bread  Whole milk What is the difference?
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  Submitted by NAP,SACC THANKS FROM www.makemegenius.com