Nutritious and easy healthy meal ideas for children, with balanced food inspiration designed to support growth, energy, development and healthy eating habits.
Ana Bertha Pérez Lizaur recommends fruit, vegetables, beans and whole foods for children, while saying a daily egg is healthy for most people. A leading Mexican nutritionist has urged families to make breakfast simpler, more balanced and less dependent on…
Squash, leafy greens, seasonal fruit and warming spices can add flavour, fibre and nutrients to quick autumn meals, while batch cooking and ready-to-use staples keep preparation manageable. As the weather turns cooler, autumn offers a straightforward way to bring more…
The STARKIDS trial found that structured, family-centred support delivered through paediatric practices improved children’s BMI over 12 months, but the advantage largely disappeared after regular contact ended. A German trial suggests that childhood obesity treatment may be strengthened by bringing…
Health specialists say planned mental health days, reliable breakfasts and well-timed sports snacks can help children manage pressure, focus in class and perform better at practice. CLEVELAND , For families juggling school, sport and the daily rush of getting out…
Doctors warn that the sugar, acids and flavourings in sweetened fizzy drinks can damage children’s teeth and contribute to excess weight, while plain sparkling water is generally a safer alternative. Sweetened fizzy drinks can be hard on children’s teeth and…
People struggled more to change their views of favourite and disliked foods after those preferences were initially reinforced, suggesting that how healthier choices are introduced may shape their success. New research from Yale School of Medicine suggests that the battle…
Pasta, leftovers, snack plates and warm meals offer an easier way to build balanced school lunches without relying on sandwiches. Packing a school lunch without a sandwich does not have to mean extra stress or a fussy menu. Susan, a…
New guidance from Portugal’s education authorities would exclude ultra-processed meat and fish products, limit sweets and require daily legumes, vegetables and water in school canteens. Portugal’s education authorities have issued new guidance that would reshape what pupils eat in school…
A simple, clearly organised snack station can reduce after-school pressure, help children make sensible choices and encourage them to tidy up independently. An after-school snack station can take the pressure off the moment children walk through the door. Instead of…
Roasted pumpkin, feta and egg come together in firm savoury patties that can be air-fried until golden, then served with yoghurt or tzatziki for lunch, supper or a snack. To make a lunchbox that feels more substantial than a sandwich,…
A Sunday roast becomes enchiladas, soup and burritos through the week, while pantry staples and a final beef stew help keep waste, costs and midweek effort under control. Autumn cooking can feel far less daunting when the week is built…
Black chickpeas, spinach and a mild creamy gravy combine in a flexible, nutrient-rich dish designed for easy weeknight family cooking. Chana palak gravy is a straightforward home-style dish that brings together black chickpeas and spinach in a mild, creamy sauce.…
