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Children

Practical healthy eating advice for children, from toddlers to teenagers.

By the time your child becomes a toddler, they'll have formed their own likes and dislikes about food. But like adults, they need to eat a balanced diet. When children reach school-age, they're growing fast and should be getting more active. So they need foods that satisfy their high energy needs. And teenagers need lots of energy and nutrients.

Toddler

Your toddler

Practical advice about what foods to give your toddler and what to avoid.
 

 
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Your growing child

Healthy food advice for growing boys and girls.
 

 
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Lunchboxes

Tips and menus to help you pack a healthy lunch for your child.