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The eating habits children learn while they are young stay with them for life. Give your child a healthy start by using these resources to teach them about nutrition and good eating habits.
- Limit sugary sodas and soft drinks.
- Wash and cut up fruits and vegetables as soon as you get home from the store and keep them in the refrigerator, along with a low-fat dip or salsa.
- Serve lean meats (like chicken and turkey) and other good sources of protein (like eggs and fish).
- Choose whole-grain breads and cereals.
- Don't use food as a reward for good behavior. Try stickers for younger kids, and family outings with physical activities for older ones - like going to the park, to the zoo, or bowling.
- Don't use food as a way of showing your kids that you love them.
- Eating foods from the Food Guide Pyramid will help you be healthy.
- Make sure your children are getting the nutrients and activity they need. Learn a variety of ways to stay healthy.
- Help children distinguish between healthy and unhealthy snacks. Learn a few tips for evaluating appropriate snacks and portion sizes and getting kids interested in nutritious snack foods at different ages.
- Keep a bowl of fruit on your kitchen table or counter.
- Calcium is an important nutrient children need. It is found mainly in milk and dairy products and in dark green, leafy vegetables and foods with added calcium. Learn about calcium.
- It is a good idea to keep caffeine consumption to a minimum, especially in younger children. Learn about caffeine control.
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