How to feed my child

How to feed my child

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1. considers the breakfast the most important meal of the day.
It explains the small who like cars, our body needs to load up on energy to be able to function properly, and breakfast is the most important of the day meal, because after so many hours of sleep we store with low reserve. Dairy products are excellent for this time of food since they are a good source of protein and carbohydrates.
2. get fun food time.
But when we sat at the table we have to sit down "to eat", make this enjoyable moment is not difficult. Listen to and share the experiences of the day, let you know the important thing is to enjoy the time together. Avoid scolding and discussions.
3 it gives variety and color to dishes.
To avoid spending hours at the table with the typical that I don't like! try dishes colorful, varied, fun and with a touch of creativity. For example, this boring Milanese becomes a smiley, using slices of carrots for eyes, a ball of avocado to the nose, tomato in the smile and germ of alfalfa as hair. In addition to fun subtly invite the child to try another type of food.
4. considers the importance of carbohydrates.
Slightly more than half of the calories should come from carbohydrates such as rice, pasta, whole grains, vegetables and fruits.  
5 includes at least 5 servings of fruit and vegetables in your diet.
They are the main source of vitamins, minerals and fiber, it is easy to get to share! Take advantage of the diversity that our country has.
6 it offers foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids.
Omega 3 fatty acids provide great benefits to health small. Are found mainly in: oils from seeds (safflower, sunflower, corn, soy), fatty fish (tuna, sardine, salmon, herring), oilseeds (Walnut, almond, pistachio, seeds, flaxseed, chia), avocado and some whole grain cereals.
7 enjoy healthy and nutritious snacks.
To get them to always carry with them a bowl of rich and nutritious snacks such as: popcorn home-made , balls of fruit and/or vegetables, dried fruit, nuts, cereal or a yogurt.
8. get your favorite beverage simple water.
It is necessary that our children become accustomed to accompany your food with simple water.
9 brush teeth at least twice a day.
The best way to maintain a beautiful smile on our children is by washing them - at least - twice a day. Prevents caries and remember that good nutrition begins at the mouth.
10 to move!
In addition to the physical activity that the small plays, make family outings, walks, collaboration with the tasks of the home, etc. Do you know the importance that has physical exercise for

Do not want to modify habits and eating behavior of the child from one day to another, for permanent results you have to go slowly. Remember that, once aimed, it will be difficult to drop the habit.

Remember that, "we are what we eat vs. What we spend"

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