To include all the macro and micro nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals it is important to emphasize on a balanced diet for your child. Keep in mind the following points while planning a day’s diet for your child.

• Encouraging your child to eat healthy meals in these years will ensure healthy eating habits throughout life.
• Be a good role model for your child. Encourage him to eat along with other family members on the dining table.
• For good quality proteins include milk and milk products, eggs, fish or chicken in small amounts.
• Although their favorite try and avoid junk foods, sodas, carbonated beverages, refined products as far as possible.
• Include a variety of fruits and vegetables and whole grains in various forms, if he doesn’t eat give him in hidden form.