Another round of school reopening after the two-month summer vacation is here. With the parents and their children gearing up to usher in a new academic year, one thing that haunts every parent’s mind is how to pack a nutrition-rich holistic lunch for school-going children. For some parents, it is indeed a tall order to make children eat foods that are storehouses of nutrients.
And when the school reopens, there will be a marked dip in the intake of healthy food. As the busy schedule in the mornings and evenings forces school-going children to give scant regard to having rich food, the lunch, which is usually packed from home, should provide most of the nutrients they need. Let’s take a lowdown on what should be part and parcel of a school-going child’s lunchbox.
Preschoolers (3-5 years old) Primary school children (6-10 years old) Middle school children (11-14 years old) High school children (15-18 years old) General tips Hydration: Include a bottle of water or a small container of buttermilk, coconut water, or fresh fruit juice. Portion control: Ensure portions are appropriate for the child's age and appetite. Variety and balance: Mix and match different food groups to keep the tiffin box interesting and nutritionally balanced.
Presentation: Use colourful and fun containers to make the food more appealing to children..
