All it takes is a little planning, some imagination, and feedback from your child. Children tend to eat healthier if they have a say in preparing a meal. To make the planning process go smoothly for both parent and child, consider employing a weekly school lunch menu. It also prevents you and your child from choosing last-minute, unhealthy lunch choices. What kids eat for lunch matters to their health.
Federal surveys show that children get about one third of their daily calories at lunch.
And kids raised on sugar , fat, and salt are getting fatter these days. The percentage of obese children has nearly doubled in the past 20 years, and childhood obesity may be a risk factor for heart, circulatory, and other health problems in adulthood. Always refer to the Food Guide Pyramid put out by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for nutrition recommendations for children ages 3 and older. You can vary the type of bread you use each day to make it interesting and appealing. Cut the bread into a fun shape with cookie cutters, such as a star or a triangle, for a change of pace.