Nutrition - Eating Well in the Early Years
Eating well is essential for children in their early years.
Foods which are high in saturated fat, salt and sugar are proven to negatively affect children's health, development and overall well-being. At Munchkins we wish for all food brought in from home to align with the healthy and nutritious snacks that we provide, so that our children are receiving consistent messages about healthy eating.
You can find lots of information and resources to support eating well in the early years at the following websites, including good food choices and portion sizes, recipes, teeth, eating patterns and vegan diet information as well as lunch box ideas:
NHS Healthier lunchbox recipes
Good for Life's packed lunch guidance
Eating well early years — First Steps Nutrition Trust
Food Standards Agency Early Years Food Choking Hazards