Teach your kids to love breakfast |
(NC)—As many as nine out of 10 mothers agree that breakfast cereal “plays a role in setting the foundation for a long-term, healthy diet for their children” a recent survey by Kellogg reveals. Additional scientific research also shows that the essential nutrients missed at breakfast are not likely to be recovered at other meals during the day. Cereal, in particular, is a “breakfast partner”, according to opinions in the Kellogg survey. Not only does it help to jump-start a child's nutritional intake, it is also a family meal that doesn't break the bank. Here are a few tips to make your breakfast time an important daily event: Plan in advance: On average a parent will spend 20 minutes each morning making breakfast.Save time by setting the table and putting out the boxes of cereal the night before.
Make it a family activity: Ask your children to help with breakfast preparation. It fosters togetherness and encourages healthful eating. Mix it up: A wide variety of cereals will make each morning more inspiring, and more fun. Be sure to include kid favourites like Kellogg's Rice Krispies and Kellogg's Mini-Wheats cereals. There's no need to sacrifice good taste for nutrition when you can have both—and for even more nutrients without a lot of fuss, add berries or bananas to the bowl. More information is available online at www.loveyourcereal.ca. |
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