children aged 5-12

• what happens at this life stage?

  growth continues in 'spurts', children should be active most of the time
• which nutrients are particularly important?

  protein, carbs, fat, minerals, vitamins, fibre, water
• should encourage children to?

  follow the eatwell guide and dietary guidelines, eat regular meals - especially breakfast, take part in shopping, preparing and cooking family meals
• discourage children from?

  snaking between meals, frequent consumption of sweets