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Here are proven tips on how to get your child to eat healthy

Junk food

Researchers say that over the past 30 years, there has been a significant increase in children’s intake of ultra-processed food.

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What you need to know:

  • Your job as a parent is to deliver balanced healthy fresh food, and also occasionally have some chocolates/sweets 

With the kids at home so much because of Covid-19, routines have gone out of the window. Having a healthy child doesn’t just mean they’re at a healthy weight; it’s also about establishing a healthy relationship with food. And so long as your child follows a balanced diet 80 percent of the time, I wouldn’t worry too much about the other 20 percent. Your job as a parent is to deliver balanced healthy fresh food, and also occasionally have some chocolates/sweets around the house for your children to dip into if they wish.