Kids’ Health
The nutritional needs of children differ greatly from those of adult. Moreover, they change from one age group to the next. Infants and toddlers have completely different dietary requirements than older children and teenagers, especially during phases of growth spurts. The nutritional quality of the food that children receive plays a decisive role in their development.
From early on, kids begin to develop their own preferences for certain foods. Those are usually influenced by other children, like older siblings, playmates and friends at school. TV commercials and advertisements geared towards children also play a major role. For parents, it is important to understand their kids’ nutritional needs and direct them accordingly. Read more »
