COMPLETE BALANCED DIET AND NUTRITION FOR KIDS - NUTRITION CHART

A balanced diet must contain sufficient amount of carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and fibre in the required amounts^*,1. Each of these nutrients has a vital role in the all-round growth and development of children^1,2.

Carbohydrate:

Provides a source of energy. In a child’s active life style, carbohydrates are a vital source of energy to keep them active ^1-3 .

Protein:

Required for growth and repair. In years of rapid growth, children need proteins in adequate amounts for optimal growth ^1,3 .

Fat:

It is a source of energy and are required for absorption of fat soluble vitamins ^1,4 .

Vitamins:

Required in very small quantities to keep your child healthy ¹ .

Minerals:

Required for healthy teeth, bones and muscles. Significant development of teeth, bones and muscles happens by 10 years of age ¹ .

Fibre:

Helps maintain a good intestinal function. Fibre is not digestible and helps in bowel movement ^5,6 .

*A balanced diet is the presence of these nutrients in the right proportions¹.