#healthy diet for kids

[shantijuniors]

HEALTHY BALANCED DIET FOR KIDS

Top 10 Brain Development Foods for Children

The foods children consume play a significant role in enhancing cognitive functions, improving memory, and boosting overall brain health. Here, we present the top 10 brain development foods for children, which should be an essential part of their diet.

Ensuring that children receive the best nutrition is crucial for their brain development. The foods they consume play a significant role in enhancing cognitive functions, improving memory, and boosting overall brain health. Here, we present the top 10 brain development foods for children, which should be an essential part of their diet.

1. Fatty Fish

Fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, and sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These essential fats are critical for brain health. Omega-3 aids in building brain and nerve cells and are essential for learning and memory. Regular consumption of fatty fish can improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases.

2. Eggs

Eggs are an excellent source of choline, a nutrient that is vital for brain development. Choline helps in the production of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in mood and memory regulation. Additionally, eggs provide high-quality protein and essential vitamins such as B12, which supports brain function.

3. Berries

Berries like blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries are packed with antioxidants, particularly vitamin C and flavonoids. These antioxidants help in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain, promoting better cognitive functions. Berries also improve memory by enhancing communication between brain cells.

Also Read: What Is Visual Perception? Definition, Theories & Importance.

4. Nuts and Seeds

Nuts and seeds are rich in vitamin E, which is known to protect the brain from oxidative damage. They also provide healthy fats, proteins, and fibers, making them a perfect snack for brain health. Walnuts, in particular, are beneficial as they contain high levels of DHA, a type of omega-3 fatty acid crucial for brain development.

5. Whole Grains

Whole grains like oats, barley, and brown rice are excellent sources of complex carbohydrates and fiber. These nutrients provide a steady supply of glucose, which is the primary energy source for the brain. Whole grains also contain B vitamins, which are essential for maintaining brain health and preventing cognitive decline.

6. Leafy Green Vegetables

Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and broccoli are rich in folate and vitamins like E and K. These nutrients are crucial for brain development and cognitive functions.

7. Yogurt

Yogurt is a good source of probiotics and essential nutrients like calcium and protein. Probiotics support gut health, which is closely linked to brain health through the gut-brain axis. The calcium in yogurt is vital for the proper functioning of the nervous system, while protein helps in the production of neurotransmitters.

8. Avocados

Avocados are packed with healthy monounsaturated fats that promote healthy blood flow, which is crucial for brain health. They also contain vitamin K and folate, which help prevent blood clots in the brain and enhance cognitive functions. Additionally, avocados are rich in antioxidants that protect the brain from oxidative stress.

9. Beans

Beans are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates and proteins, providing a steady supply of energy to the brain. They are also rich in iron, zinc, and magnesium, which are essential for maintaining cognitive functions. Beans help in stabilizing blood sugar levels, preventing energy crashes that can affect concentration and memory.

Also Read: Tips to Strengthen a Healthy Parent-Child Relationship

10. Apples

Apples are high in quercetin, an antioxidant that helps in protecting brain cells from oxidative damage. They also provide a good amount of fiber and vitamin C, which support overall brain health. Eating apples regularly can improve cognitive performance and memory retention.

Incorporating Brain-Boosting Foods into Your Child’s Diet

Balanced Meals: Ensure that each meal includes a combination of proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to provide sustained energy and support brain functions.

Healthy Snacks: Replace sugary snacks with brain-boosting options like nuts, seeds, berries, and yogurt.

Creative Recipes: Incorporate these foods into your child’s favorite dishes. For instance, add spinach to smoothies, use avocado as a spread, or make oatmeal with berries and nuts.

Regular Consumption: Make these foods a regular part of your child’s diet to ensure consistent brain health benefits.

By integrating these top 10 brain development foods into your child’s diet, you can support their cognitive growth and overall brain health. Prioritizing nutrition is a vital step in ensuring that children reach their full potential, both academically and personally.

EAT HEALTHY, BE HEALTHY

[cogito-ergo-amo]

Saw a post of gowns from some fashion week or other that were very in keeping with what my child self wanted to wear when I grew up

And the thought "heh, these are exactly the kind of dresses I used to fantasize about wearing if I managed to be skinny enough as a grown up"

I just never really thought before about how fucked up and depressing it is that by age 7 I was already aware that I was not "thin enough", that my value as a human was directly tied to weight, and that not being "thin enough" meant I would never be "allowed" to dress however the fuck I wanted.

None of this is revolutionary, nor are any of those fucked-up ideas about body size news to me. I'm still doing the work of unlearning this stuff, as are so many of us.

But realising that I was already putting limitations on my future self based on body size, at an age when I was still grappling with the finer points of the five-times-table, is a heavy (none intended) thing. I already have enough things to be sad about wrt my child self. The scrappy li'l thing deserved better than early-90s diet culture.

[gender-euphowrya]

the absolute vicious shit people think they have to say whenever the topic of 'picky eaters' comes up ESPECIALLY when it's about children is just sickening

[frnknpup]

lunchly makes me so mad bro THOSE KIDS NEED THE CALORIES, ITS HARMFUL TO RUN ON ONLY PROTIEN, THEY NEED SUGAR

[cookiedotdreams]

PAPAYA SORBET, vegan

INGREDIENTS: 2 papayas 200 g each 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp vanilla extract 80 g sugar of choice 50 g plant based yogurt INSTRUCTIONS: Cut the papayas in half and remove the pips, scoop out the flesh and cut into cubes. Combine with the lemon juice and puree in a food processor. Cover and chill. In a pan put the sugar, vanilla and 250 ml of water. Bring to boil, stirring all the time until…

[a-walking-fandom-reference]

people on diets always have a superiority complex about it… like can you be normal?!

[221blilli]

Just read the intro of a recipe that said

“I first tried this sweet during my vacation in Italy, and even if I already knew it would be full of sugar and butter I made a sacrifice and tasted a bite.. my kids loved it but it was too much to me, and it reminded me of a recipe of mine that in my opinion is way better and healthier and lighter..”

And then we wonder why today’s society is so sad

[letmeliedown]

the first time i got oral thrush though it was from eating so many listerine breath strips at one time that i fucking nuked my oral microbiome. do those things exist still? horrible little post-it notes full of alcohol and dye

[ketodietmethod]

[unknown-lifeform]

Has the technique of “forcing your picky child to eat something they hate” ever like worked at making the child (and later adult) eat that thing. I was forced to eat spinach and stuff all the time as a kid and nowadays the flavor isn’t even too offensive to me, but just looking at leafy greens make my stomach turn. My mother also has food groups that her parents forced her to eat and nowadays she still avoids them. Like I don’t see a world in which forcing a kid to eat a certain food will result in anything other than that kid resenting that food for the rest of their life so maybe like can we stop doing that?

[beautyandhealthtips123]

Variety of Food on Wooden Coaster

The healthy man does not torture others - generally it is the tortured who turn into torturers. See more...

[cookiedotdreams]

PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES, vegan, gluten free

PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES, vegan, gluten free

INGREDIENTS   2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax seeds + 6 tbsp water) You can also use ground chia seeds instead of flax seeds. Half of a large banana (mashed) or 1/4 cup of applesauce. 50 g smooth peanut butter or any butter and add 2 tablespoons of cocoa 60 g ground nuts/seeds of choice, optional 20 g coconut flour  1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tbsp coconut…

[healthymefityou]

Is it too late to start eating healthy at 30?

It’s absolutely not too late to start eating healthily at thirty! Eating a good diet can boost your energy, metabolism, immune system, and even mental clarity, regardless of where you are in your journey.

The 30s are actually the best time to start long-lasting habits that promote better health and reduce the likelihood of later developing diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis.

After 30, eating well can have a significant impact on your mental, emotional, and physical health, enabling you to flourish as your body’s needs change. This is how it may impact you:

Aids in Weight Management and Metabolism Your metabolism may slow down in your 30s. Lean proteins, whole grains, and fruits and vegetables high in fiber are examples of nutrient-dense foods that promote a healthy metabolism and can help manage weight, lowering the risk of obesity and associated health problems.

Increases Vitality and Decreases Fatigue You can stay energetic and focused throughout the day with balanced meals that contain complex carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats. These meals also help you avoid sugar crashes and deliver long-lasting energy.

Encourages Bone Health In the 30s, bone density starts to decrease. Dairy products, leafy greens, nuts, and fortified meals are among the foods high in calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium that help maintain bone strength and lower the risk of osteoporosis in later life.

Promotes Heart Health Heart disease risk can be decreased by eating heart-healthy foods such fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and omega-3-rich meals (like salmon and flaxseeds). These foods also help control blood pressure, cholesterol, and inflammation.

Enhances Mood and Mental Clarity Antioxidant-, vitamin-, and omega-3-rich foods (such as leafy greens, almonds, and berries) support the brain, enhancing concentration, lowering fog, and assisting in mood regulation.

Promotes Digestive Wellbeing Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are high in fiber, which helps with regularity, digestion, and the maintenance of a balanced gut flora that affects everything from mood to immunity.

Boosts Immunity A diet high in antioxidants (found in citrus fruits, almonds, and leafy greens), zinc, and vitamins C and E helps the immune system work at its best, improving protection against disease.

Eating healthily after the age of thirty can have a profound impact and set the stage for future longevity, resilience, and vigor.

What foods are good for your 30's?

What should be you eating in your 30's?

Grasp the power of intermitting fasting

How much physical activity do teens need?

[todayworldnews2k21]

Why Nutritionist Recommends Parents Adopt A Healthy Lifestyle For Their Kids 

Palak Nagpal has revealed that her parents impacted her journey of becoming a nutritionist. Positive reinforcement are vital for instilling lifelong healthy habits in children Home is a child’s first school, where learning begins before formal education. Children are keen observers and often learn more from their parents’ actions than words. It’s essential for parents to model healthy…

[jenjensd]

So this is important. I had to train myself to recognise hunger. When I was younger, I would try to starve myself for hours, it would have been days if I could have. This led to me retching from hunger (weird I know). This was incredibly bad for me. I remember how awful I felt but I hated myself enough to keep doing it.

Eventually I realised I wasn’t losing weight that way so I started trying “healthier” options such as the suggested only eat when hungry, but eat specific things. Problem was I didn’t recognise what hunger was outside of stomach pain and nausea. I tried those hypnotism tapes, slimming world, weight watchers, and more before I even turned 16.

When those didn’t work I did eventually give up trying to lose weight and felt so much better. I would try eating a fruit plate when I woke up, and eating lunch and dinner when it felt like a normal person would eat. There were still days I only ate dinner but it was better than starving.

Eventually I noticed at periodic times a weird feeling in the stomach area. I had never noticed it before, so I thought it was a problem. It wasn’t too bad, slightly uncomfortable, like a low grumble if enough time had passed but mostly just a feeling like my stomach wasn’t happy with me. I tried talking to someone and they said “are you sure it’s not just hunger?”

It kind of hit me then. This weird tummy thing was probably hunger. So I went to get food when I felt a little weird in the tummy and I actually felt better. It was like a switch flipped in my brain and I finally recognised all those hunger feelings before they got really bad. I didn’t have to fit exactly to a schedule and I didn’t have to wait until it became painful.

Ever since I’ve been able to mostly tell when a weird feeling is hunger, kind of like a small emptiness in the stomach area, or just not feeling how it would when I’d eaten. I still get easily distracted and have trouble for various related and unrelated reasons actually acting on it, but I can mostly tell when it’s there now.

So I guess from personal experience the easiest way to tell would be either: every few hours check in with your body, feel if your stomach feels weird or empty or ‘sloshy’ and if so maybe try eating something, even something small. Or, try eating at regular times and try to focus in on how you feel internally before and after eating.

I still haven’t figured out the pee thing though. I still mostly have to wait until I’m desperate, unless I have a long journey or whatever ahead and then I try to go to the loo and use my kegel muscles to try and see if I actually need to go by trying to gently force something to happen. If it doesn’t, I can probably wait a while before I actually need to go.

For years I would look at posts and questionnaires about neurodivergence that takes about being so focused on something that you forgot to eat and be like, "Couldn't be me. Being hungry is so uncomfortable! Your stomach is growling and cramping? How do you ignore that?"

Then someone informed me that neurotypical people have a whole bunch of "hungry" sensations before they get to that point.....