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KIDS’ NUTRITION SPECIALIST GEETU MAKIN
A BALANCED BREAKFAST IS KEY
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As a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM),
Certified Food Protection Professional
(CFPP) and Kids’ Nutrition Specialist
(KNS), I am happy to share my
knowledge with parents and suggest
the best nutritional tips for their
children each month.
Breakfast Essentials
Don’t let children miss breakfast!
This essential meal provides the
carbohydrates and protein children
require to fuel their momentum for
the day. Carbohydrates, digested
quickly, provide an energy source
for the brain and help jump-start
thinking. Protein, an important
nutrient, helps to maintain this energy
level and provides a sense of fullness.
Eating a nutritional breakfast helps
children concentrate and participate
during class. Go with the grain,
bulk it up with fiber, and make it
colorful with fruit! Emphasizing the
importance of breakfast to children
also contributes to them enjoying a
healthy lifestyle.
Healthy Breakfast Choices
Rolled Oats
Cheerios
Kashi Bran
Oat Bran
Raisin Bran
Low Fat Milk or Nondairy Options
Fresh Fruit
Eggs
Homemade Trail Mix
Granola Bar
Whole-grain Pancakes, Waffles or
French Toast
What are the benefits of a
nutritional breakfast for children?
Improved cognitive performance,
decreased body weight, and increased
iron and calcium intake.
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