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Childs Play - Milk
Under
Two's need full fat milk. You can save the low-fat stuff
for later in life. Don't fill them up with too many
bulky foods such as wholemeal pasta, bran cereals, etc
or they may miss out on nutrients like calcium and iron.
Between the ages of two and five, gradually reduce the
fat and increase fibre.
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Semi-skimmed milk may be gradually introduced from the
age of two if they are good eaters. Choose red meats,
meat products and breakfast cereals with added iron and
vegetables, such as peas, potatoes and broccoli. Cut
down on between meal snacks and sugary drinks.
Milk is full of goodness. In fact dentists say that only
water and milk are the safest, between meal drinks. So
avoid those acidic drinks such as fruit juice, squash
and fizzy drinks outside of meal times. Opt for
sugar-free alternatives, such as cheese and plain
yoghurt, and cut out the sweet biscuits. Milk provides
so much, especially for younger children. Apart from
being kind to teeth, it has protein for growth and to
help repair the body. Plus it contains calcium, an
essential for strong bones. |
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Milk also
provides energy, has lots of vitamins and contains
essential minerals such as zinc, magnesium, phosphorus
and iodine. Best of all milk helps in the growth of
teeth. A sunny smile means a happy child and good teeth
can help your child feel confident. NB Check out our
Recipe Archives section for family recipes and snack
ideas made with kids in mind.
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