We all want to look after our children, and a large part of that is what we dish them up at the dinner table. While they may be partial to chicken nuggets and chips, after all, who isn’t, it’s so important to get the right amount of nutrients on their plates.
Often that means sneaking bits and pieces onto their plates. But what exactly are the produce you should be doing?
There are some incredible superfoods out there that can help with all sorts, not just a healthy, balanced diet, but can help with the likes of addiction treatment, cravings, stress and more, so if they’re a little older and going through certain problems, then it’s even more vital to supply them with the right foods.
So, what exactly should we be adding to their diets?
Kale
Kale is a powerful food source and one that is great for increasing brainpower. It isn’t the most attractive of foods for a child, but it can be easily added to the likes of pasta, smoothies, soups and even added to chips. What you get with kale is vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and fibre. All valuable nutrients for the growth of a child.
Quinoa
We all know the health benefits of quinoa, and we all probably know that a child may turn their nose up at it. But quinoa is great for protecting children against illnesses, as well as reducing the risk of obesity.
There are some creative ways in which quinoa can be added to a child’s diet, from the likes of pancakes to pizzas, and even certain snack bars like granola bars.
Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are such a valuable ingredient for both children and adults and it’s such an easy ingredient to add to meals, that will largely go unnoticed. The seeds are filled with omega 3 fatty acids, carbohydrates and fiber, which can help prevent things such as heart disease and strokes.
They’re easy to sprinkle into the likes of desserts, cereals, pastas and again over pizzas and can provide children with a healthier, happier diet.
Spirulina
You may not have heard of spirulina before. It’s a type of blue-green algae that grows in both fresh and salt water. But don’t let that put you off, it’s hugely nutritious. In fact, it has three times as much protein compared to meat, 50 times as much iron when comparing to spinach, and eight incredibly powerful antioxidants in each serving.
There’s also less than 20 calories in a serving and it’s jam-packed with the good stuff. It’s also pretty flavorless, so ideal for those children who are a little fussier. It’ll go unnoticed.
