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27 Φεβ 2021 · This article looks at the importance of nutrition for teens, important nutrients, what to eat and to avoid, healthy eating tips, and avoiding disordered eating.
20 Ιουν 2022 · A healthy diet that consists of regular meals and snacks made up of nutrient-dense foods helps supply teens with the nutrients they need for optimal health.
Boost your iron intake. It’s important to eat plenty of foods containing iron, especially for girls who lose iron when they have their period. Iron is important for making red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body. Almost 50% of teenage girls do not get enough iron in their diet.
A healthy and balanced diet should include: At least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. Meals based on starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, pasta and rice. Choose wholegrain varieties when possible. Some milk and dairy products or alternatives. Choose semi or semi-skimmed milk where you can.
Involve teens in selecting and preparing foods and teach them to make healthy choices by giving them the chance to select foods based on their nutritional value. Select foods with these nutrients when possible: calcium, magnesium, potassium, and fiber.
Discuss the following healthy eating recommendations with your adolescent to ensure he or she is following a healthy eating plan: Eat 3 meals a day, with healthy snacks. Increase fiber in the diet and decrease the use of salt. Drink water. Try to avoid drinks that are high in sugar.
Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options that are full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium.
