Children’s Health

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Healthy Diet

Children need to eat a healthy, varied diet to provide them with the nutrients they need for their growth and development.

Though the groups of foods needed (fruits, veg, protein etc) remain the same as an adult, the portions of food will vary depending on the age of the child.

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Physical Activity

Physical activity is important for the healthy development and growth of children under 5 years old. Physical activity helps with:

The NHS recommends 180 minutes of physical activity a day for children between 1-5 years old and 30 minutes a day for those under 1.

Infographics

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Useful Resources

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GoodFood - Healthy Eating for Children

A useful article on what a child under the age of five should be eating as part of a healthy diet.

Activities for Children

Follow the link for some great suggestions of fun activities for children.