Nutrition is the process of nourishing your body. The organisms in your system obtain energy in the form of foodfor growth, maintenance and recuperation. Nutrition of children has always been a premier topic of discussion forany parent. Children nowadays are shifting towards junk foods. If a child is offered to have a pizza or a burger,he/she will grab it, but if he/she is asked to have a glass of milk, they would reluctantly have the same of it. A litanyof incredulous excuses will come forth. Malnutrition can be a serious problem for a child if this trend continues. Theresistance level of the child drops when the child does not eat proper food and is thus subsequently prone to manydiseases.

The overall growth and development of the child mainly depends on the type of food he/she eats. The inputs thechild gets in form of food should be very nutritious and surely tasty too! Proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins,minerals, amino acids and enzymes are the basic elements our bodies use to create and maintain life. A specific balanceof these elements is required to maintain optimal health.

A variety of foods are included in a balanced diet. Your child's meal should comprise of fruits and vegetables,grains, cereals, dairy products, nuts, seeds and breads. Always remember to feed your child in an appropriate mannerand please do not exceed the food inputs of your child.

Listed below are 10 simple ways to improve your child's nutrition:

1 - A fiber rich content in the food is very nutritive and
useful for the child's growth.

2 - An apple a day, keeps the doctor away. So do many other
fruits. Feed your child with different variety of fruits, as
most of the fruits contain calcium and required vitamins
helpful in the growth of the child. But do remember, limit
the amount of fruits your child takes.

3 - A glass of fresh fruit juice is very essential everyday.
Do limit the amount of juices your child takes, as it could
lead to cavities in the teeth, diarrhea and gastrointestinal
problems.

4 - Feed your child with low fat foods.

5 - If you are a non-vegetarian, then opt to be a vegetarian
or at least a flexitarian. A flexitarian is one who reduces
his meat consumption.

6 - Do not allow your child to skip breakfast, as this is
the most important meal of the day. Provide him or her with
the best breakfast inclusive of a glass of milk, fruits,
bread, sprouts and a few other important foods like dry
fruits, eggs, cereals etc. Do see to it that dinner is the
smallest meal you are giving him/her.

7 - Teach your child to drink ample of water everyday. At
least 8 to 10 glasses. Water is one of the main sources of
nutrition, as water is one fluid which keeps our bodies
lubricated, improves digestion and blood circulation among
other things.

8 - Do not allow your child to diet to loose weight, because
unlike adults, children are still developing and growing.
Instead, teach your children a few exercises to keep
themselves fit all day through.

9 - Ensure that you include green vegetables in the form of
salads, curries, juices or soups in at least one meal of the
day.

10 - Above all, teach your child, healthy eating habits, for
a healthy life. Teach him hygienic ways of living and most
importantly proper breathing methods.

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