As mentioned in my previous post, we know that there are five main food groups essential for a balanced diet, and they are: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes / beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. For today, I will be focusing specifically on fruits. My favourite fruit – the “King of Fruits”, durian! … Continue reading Food groups – Part 2: Fruit
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Food groups – Part 1: Grains and Bread
There are five main food groups essential for a healthy body: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes / beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. Today, I’ll be focusing specifically on grains and breads. Why Are Grains and Breads Important? Grains and breads are a crucial food group because they provide carbohydrates, which serve as … Continue reading Food groups – Part 1: Grains and Bread
Vegetarian Diets for Children (Lacto-ovo)
Vegetarian diets are quite common, with many families choosing this way of eating for various reasons, whether it is for cultural purposes, ethical belief, religion, environment, health or just family tradition. As a paediatric dietitian, it is important for me to ensure that children following a vegetarian diet receive all the essential nutrients, vitamins, and … Continue reading Vegetarian Diets for Children (Lacto-ovo)
Is Breakfast Important?
A simple and short answer is YES! Breakfast is an essential meal to start the day, so make sure you offer your child a nutritious and balanced breakfast before they begin their daily activities. I personally love a nice hearty breakfast outside where someone else prepares food for me whilst I sip on my hot drink … Continue reading Is Breakfast Important?
Safe foods for little ones
In today’s blog post, I’ll be discussing foods that are safe for children up to the age of five. Let’s start with infants—babies under 12 months old. Safe Eating for Infant (Under 12 Months) Infants should be given foods that are texturally appropriate for their stage of development. This typically means starting with purées, gradually introducing small … Continue reading Safe foods for little ones
How to get my child to eat vegetables?
Some of the most common questions I get as a paediatric dietitian from parents is, “How do I get my child to eat vegetables?” or “Why are vegetables such a challenging food for children?”. Allow me to explain my experience of working with families around eating vegetables and what can we as parent do to … Continue reading How to get my child to eat vegetables?
Calcium for children
Calcium is essential for children's growth, especially during early childhood and teenage years when they go through rapid growth spurts. It plays a crucial role in building strong bones and teeth. Besides that, calcium functions as an electrolyte in the body, which means it helps muscles work properly and supports nerve function, allowing them to … Continue reading Calcium for children
We have covered vitamins, now let’s talk about Minerals!
In my last post, we explored the importance of vitamins for our children’s health. But how do minerals stack up? Just like vitamins, minerals are essential for keeping our bodies healthy and functioning well. The best way to ensure your child gets all the minerals they need is by offering a wide variety of foods. … Continue reading We have covered vitamins, now let’s talk about Minerals!
It’s all about vitamins!
Food does much more than just provide calories—it delivers essential macronutrients like protein, fats, and carbohydrates, as well as vitamins, minerals, water, and fibre, all of which are vital for your child’s growth and health. Today, let’s focus specifically on vitamins and their importance in your child’s development. Why Does Your Child Need a Balanced … Continue reading It’s all about vitamins!
Fuelling Little Bodies: Key Nutrients Your Child Needs
Wondering what nutrients are essential for your child’s growth and energy? Knowing the right balance of vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients can set your child up for lifelong health. Food is essential not only for your child’s growth and well-being but also as part of a shared, social experience. Today, let's focus on the nutrients that … Continue reading Fuelling Little Bodies: Key Nutrients Your Child Needs