Good Eating Habits

key notes :

Balanced Diet:

Explain that a balanced diet includes different types of foods: fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy. Eating a variety helps the body stay strong and healthy.

Eating Regular Meals:

Encourage having three main meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and healthy snacks. Skipping meals can make one feel tired and hungry.

Importance of Breakfast:

Breakfast is the most important meal, giving energy for the day and helping with concentration at school.

Hydration:

Drinking enough water is crucial for staying healthy. It keeps the body hydrated, helps digestion, and improves focus.

Limiting Sugary and Junk Foods:

Too much sugar and junk food can harm the body, causing low energy and affecting teeth. It’s okay to have them sometimes, but not too often.

Portion Control:

Eating the right amount of food for one’s body is important. Overeating or undereating can lead to health issues.

Chewing Food Slowly:

Encourage chewing food well to aid digestion. Eating slowly also helps recognize when the body is full.

Eating with Clean Hands:

Washing hands before eating prevents the spread of germs and keeps us healthy.

Avoiding Overeating or Skipping Meals:

Teach that it’s important to listen to hunger cues—eat when hungry and stop when full.

Positive Attitude Toward Food:

Enjoying a variety of foods and being open to trying new ones leads to better nutrition and fewer picky eating habits.

Let’s practice!