Many children and families today have busy schedules which make it hard to sit down to homemade meals every day. Many kids’ diets involve unhealthy fast food which can have a negative effect on your child’s health developing lifelong diseases.
Healthful eating has many benefits for children. It can:
* Stabilize their energy
*Improve their minds
*Even out their moods
*Help them maintain a healthy weight
* Help prevent mental health conditions
*These include depression, anxiety, and ADHD
Plus, having a healthy diet and focusing on nutrition are some of the simplest and most important ways to prevent the onset of disease. Healthy eating can help prevent many chronic diseases including obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes.
Healthy eating habits are more likely to stay with you if you learn them as a child.
That’s why it’s important that you teach your children good habits now. It will help them stick with these eating patterns. This will help them avoid developing chronic diseases like those listed above, as a child or as an adult.
Start with breakfast
Eating a balanced breakfast with protein is a great way for your child to start their day. Studies have shown that kids who eat breakfast perform better academically than kids who don’t.
So, what are some “power” breakfasts that you can serve to your hungry kiddos?
Quick scrambled eggs with toast - Get these eggs done in less than two minutes while knowing you’re helping your child get a great start to the day.
Oatmeal - Combine one cup of oatmeal, 2.5 cups of water, and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe bowl that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake it at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes. Give it a stir midway through. When taken out of the oven, stir in about a teaspoon of butter, then let the kids add their own toppings.
Muffins - Muffins can be made ahead and frozen to use whenever you need them. Whether they are the focal point of the breakfast or you serve a mini muffin as a side, muffins can definitely be packed with great nutrition for your family.
Toast - The opportunities for creating a healthy breakfast starting with a slice of whole wheat toast are practically endless.
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