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What are some engaging ways to teach children about nutrition?

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Nutrition is a vital aspect of health and well-being, but it can be challenging to teach children about it in a fun and engaging way. Fortunately, there are many creative and interactive methods that can help children learn about nutrition and develop healthy eating habits. Here are some examples of how you can teach children about nutrition using food science concepts and activities.

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Bina Chheda

Honorary Dietitian to His Excellency the Governor of Maharshtra
Tarun Sofat

Construction Head - Gurgaon Meeting Place (Mixed Use Project). India Cluster Head Asset Management and Certified…
Bridgette de Juan, RDN, LDN

Bilingual, Clinical & Media Dietitian

1 Experiment with food

One way to spark children's curiosity and interest in nutrition is to let them experiment with food and observe the changes that occur when they cook, bake, or mix different ingredients. For example, you can show them how yeast makes bread rise, how lemon juice curdles milk, or how baking soda reacts with vinegar. You can also explain the science behind these reactions and how they affect the nutritional value, taste, texture, and appearance of food. Experimenting with food can help children understand the properties and functions of different nutrients and how they can use them to create delicious and healthy dishes.

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2 Play with food

Another way to make nutrition fun and enjoyable for children is to play with food and use it as a medium for art, games, or storytelling. For example, you can cut out shapes from fruits and vegetables and arrange them into colorful patterns, faces, or scenes. You can also use food items as pieces for puzzles, bingo, or memory games. Or you can create stories or characters based on food and act them out with puppets, dolls, or toys. Playing with food can help children appreciate the diversity and beauty of food and encourage them to try new foods and flavors.

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Bina Chheda

Honorary Dietitian to His Excellency the Governor of Maharshtra
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Walk the talk Engage them in buying veggies from the veg market n not superstores. Helps better parent child bonding too Avoid expressing dislikes while at the dining table Engage them in cooking Read food labels... educate yourself from a professionally qualified dietitian in case unaware Even one family consultation wd a professionally qualified dietitian, can change their perspectives Avoid keeping wrong foods at home, at the pretext of what if some guests come... serve healthy, get healthy Etc etc etc

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3 Grow your own food

A third way to teach children about nutrition is to grow your own food and let them participate in the process of planting, watering, harvesting, and preparing fresh produce. For example, you can grow herbs, lettuce, tomatoes, or strawberries in pots, containers, or gardens and show them how they grow from seeds to plants. You can also explain the benefits of eating organic, seasonal, and local food and how they can reduce food waste and environmental impact. Growing your own food can help children develop a connection and respect for nature and food and learn about the sources and cycles of food production.

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Bridgette de Juan, RDN, LDN

Bilingual, Clinical & Media Dietitian
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Take your children to your local nursery where they can visualize how abundant plants and vegetables can grow. Include them in planting a fruit/vegetable garden; herbs are easy to plant and satisfying to see how quickly they grow. The more involved children are with growing fruits and vegetables, the more likely they will be to try new foods.

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4 Compare food labels

A fourth way to teach children about nutrition is to compare food labels and help them understand the information and claims that they see on different food products. For example, you can show them how to read the nutrition facts panel, the ingredients list, and the health or nutrition claims on various foods and beverages. You can also teach them how to compare the serving sizes, calories, nutrients, and additives of similar products and how to choose the healthier options. Comparing food labels can help children develop critical thinking and decision-making skills and learn about the standards and regulations of food quality and safety.

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5 Cook together

A fifth way to teach children about nutrition is to cook together and involve them in the planning, preparation, and serving of meals and snacks. For example, you can ask them to help you select recipes, make shopping lists, measure ingredients, stir, chop, or peel food, set the table, or clean up. You can also explain the steps and techniques of cooking and baking and how they affect the taste, texture, and nutrition of food. Cooking together can help children learn practical and essential skills and enjoy the social and cultural aspects of food and eating.

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Dr. Subhasree Ray

Lead - Nutrition & Wellness (Corporate Medical Services) at Reliance Ind. Ltd. | Ph.D. | EMBA | G-20 Policy Brief Author | Research & Advocacy - Sustainability
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This is the most effective way in my opinion. While cooking, children can be educated about different foods, their nutritional value, and health benefits. At the same time, cooking techniques and their effect on nutrients can be explained to the child. The maximum benefit is always expected from learning by doing.

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6 Explore food cultures

A sixth way to teach children about nutrition is to explore food cultures and expose them to the diversity and richness of food traditions and cuisines from around the world. For example, you can introduce them to different spices, herbs, grains, fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, or beverages that are common or unique to different regions or countries. You can also share stories, facts, or customs about how people grow, prepare, serve, or eat food in different ways and occasions. Exploring food cultures can help children appreciate the variety and creativity of food and learn about the history, geography, and values of different people and places.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Tarun Sofat

Construction Head - Gurgaon Meeting Place (Mixed Use Project). India Cluster Head Asset Management and Certified Learning & Development Trainer / Facilitator
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Set a good example: Children often mimic what they see. Eat a balanced diet yourself, and they are more likely to follow suit.

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Dr Swati Dave

I am a Certified Diabetes Educator since 2019 and completed my Ph.D. in Foods and Nutrition, 2008. I can give you personal guidance. Let's get started on your health objectives and work towards a healthier, happier life.
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Easiest way is to use their fav fictional characters to show their food habits. We should emphasise on how our food get wasted and ways to reduce it. Both under and over nutrition aspects of food has to be addressed. Tell them about Food hygiene and ways to ensure safe food for all

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1 Experiment with food

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4 Compare food labels

5 Cook together

6 Explore food cultures

7 Here’s what else to consider

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