Breakfast Meal - The Most Important Meal For Children
Here are just a few reasons why your child should eat breakfast:
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Studies show that eating breakfast everyday is important in maintaining a healthy body weight. Starting your child’s day with a healthy breakfast will also make them less likely to eat high-calorie snacks during the morning.
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Eating a well balanced breakfast improves their intake of fiber, vitamins and minerals, especially iron and vitamin C; these nutrients are essential in a balanced diet. In fact, a good breakfast provides one-fourth to one-third of the day’s energy and nutrient needs.
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Children who eat a healthy breakfast tend to show improved academic performance, longer attention span, better
attendance and decreased hyperactivity in school.
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Skipping breakfast will often make your child feel tired, restless or irritable by mid-morning. By eating breakfast, your child will have energy throughout the morning and help him/her concentrate better in class. This also means fewer trips to the school nurse’s office.
Healthy Eating
Healthy Child
Written by Michelle Mirizzi
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Written on Jan 15, 2012
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Last updated on Jun 01, 2015
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