Dairy products contain riboflavin, vitamins A and D, phosphorous and other important nutrients, in addition to calcium. Serve juice in moderation. Too much, especially before mealtime, will fill up your children, reducing their interest in mealtime offerings, which could short-change them on other important nutrients. Introduce juices separately to infants. This way you can see if the baby has an allergic reaction to a particular product.
Children love to imitate their parents.
Stuff encourages moms and dads to set a good example by drinking juices and water, instead of soda and other nutritionally challenged drinks. The added carbohydrates and minerals in sports drinks benefit only athletes engaged in continuous, high-intensity aerobic workouts that last for 90 minutes or more. Combine caffeine-free herbal tea, a little sugar, a bit of salt and a few ounces of orange juice. Chill in individual bottles. Or just stock the refrigerator with plenty of bottled water to tempt thirsty kids on the go.