If we can get children into healthy habits at an early age then they will become natural to them and they are more likely to stick to them.
Change4Life has put together 6 tips for giving your child the best start to eating healthily and getting active.
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Meal time
Try and make time for 3 regular meals every day.
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Me sized meals
Remember kids tummies are smaller than grown-ups so they don’t need the same amount of food.
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Sugar Swaps
Swap food and drink that is high in added sugar to no added or sugar free versions.
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Snack check
Regular, healthy snacks really help kids grow and develop well.
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5 a day
Make sure they get a variety of at least 5 portions of fruit and veg every day.
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Up and about
Help your kids to have lots and lots of time to play and run about.
Change4Life offers further guidance on getting the best start in life for your children in this handy guide.