What is the proper nutrition for children?
For those between weaning and the onset of puberty, a varied mixed diet is recommended. The same holds true for adults. This means, specifically: Frequent, small meals • Let your child have appropriate snacks between meals. To relieve the load on the gastrointestinal tract and maintain a good energy balance, snacks between meals rather than individual large meals are recommended. Snacks between meals support children’s performance and concentration. Provide generous amounts and a wide variety of . . . • Fruits and vegetables. These supply vitamins, minerals, secondary vegetable nutrients and nutritive fiber. • Bread, grain, potatoes, pastas and rice. These carbohydrate-rich foods supply energy. At least half should be whole-grain products, as these contain more vitamins, minerals, vegetable nutrients, and fiber than refined foods. Occasional use of . . . • Milk and milk products. These are mainly necessary for the supply of protein and calcium. Use pasteurized or ultra-high temperature
