Friday, December 6, 2013

Meals For Kids

A regular meal is essential to life. It provides the basic needs of the body and the mind. As essential to growth, it is essential to a kids' well-being. Simple meals need not be expensive, as long as they are nutritious and clean. Meals must contain proper protein and carbohydrates, enough vitamins and minerals. A kid's enjoyment is in simply cooked wholesome meals in the right combinations.

Here are some tips.

Get your child one set of spoon, fork, plate, saucer, cup, glass, placemat and a towel. Make sure they are safe, with no sharp edges. Always wash the meal set after use. Store carefully.

Your child will always need three meals (breakfast, lunch, supper) and some snacks as necessary. Concentrate on eating fresh foods. As much as possible, they must be free from chemicals.

Get various fruits and vegetables in season. These fruits and vegetables in season are fresh, cheap and abundant. They will provide various vitamins and minerals to your kid's meal.

Remember what grandmothers say, "An apple a day, keeps the doctor away! Eat bananas, they are good for kids! Especially when bananas are ripe, they are good for the body. Fruits in season are best to eat!"

Porridge is good for kids. They are easy to cook. You can add small amount of cubed or shredded pork, beef or chicken in the porridge. You can also add bits of carrots or bits of green leafy vegetables.

Pumpkin soup is awesome! Boil some squash or pumpkin. Mash it after boiling. In a casserole, add some water and Knorr or Campbell mushroom soup, if you like. Mix mashed squash or pumpkin into the casserole and mushroom mix. Add some evaporated milk as desired. Add one cup of "malunggay" leaves. Your kids will surely love it! And grown-ups, too!

Cubed snacks like some sausage, rolls or cookies and crackers dipped in milk will supply them more energy for the day.

Boiled potatoes, sweet potatoes, bananas, carrots can be mashed and eaten as snacks, too.

You can also give cereals. Add milk and fruits.

In preparing meals, mother and nanny have to be creative. Use your imagination to whet the kid's appetite and let them enjoy eating! Know that in schools, children have one lunch and two snack breaks. You can do this schedule at home. It is important to make a good schedule for your kids to introduce them discipline at an early age.

Eat the meals slowly in relaxed surroundings. Let the kids enjoy every meal and good nutrition. Happy eating!



Grace Before Meals

Bless us, O Lord and these thy gifts, which we are about to receive from thy bounty through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Grace After Meals

We give thee thanks Almighty God, for all thy gifts from thy bounty through Christ our Lord. Amen.


/rosalinda flores martinez. ezine articles.com
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