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Five Food Groups: Fun Ways to Introduce Kids!
A well-balanced diet is essential for a child’s growth and development. But getting kids to eat healthy can be challenging. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to the five food groups, with fun ways to introduce them to your kids.
1. Fruits
- Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
- Fun way to introduce fruits: Make a fruit salad bar with a variety of fresh fruits and let your kids choose their favorites.
2. Vegetables
- Good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber
- Fun way to introduce vegetables: Make a vegetable soup or stew and let your kids help you chop the vegetables.
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3. Grains
- Provide energy and fiber
- Fun way to introduce grains: Make a whole-wheat pizza or pasta dish and let your kids help you shape it.
4. Protein
- Helps build and repair tissues
- Fun way to introduce protein: Make a chicken or fish tacos and let your kids help you assemble them.
5. Dairy
- Good source of calcium and vitamin D
- Fun way to introduce dairy: Make a yogurt parfait with fruit and granola and let your kids help you layer it.
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- Age range: 2-12 years
- Includes all five food groups
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Creative Use:
Make a “rainbow plate” with a variety of foods from each food group. This will help your kids visualize the different types of foods they need to eat each day.
Fun Fact:
Did you know that the average American child eats about 1 pound of sugar per week? That’s a lot of empty calories! By introducing your kids to the five food groups, you can help them develop healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime.
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