APT diet solutions by Apeksha Thakkar

Protein for Children (5-8 Years) After water, protein is probably the most abundant and plentiful element required for wellbeing and maintenance of body cells and tissues. An average full-term baby weighs around 2.5 kgs at birth and should be exclusively breast fed only on mothers’ milk for at least for first 6 months of life. Subsequently, during the weaning phase use of protein rich components, would help the growing infant to build a better body structure and immune response, as adult in later stages of life. Since the growth and development of growing child surges in the initial years of life, importance of protein should not be neglected. Optimal protein nourishment commencing right from the childhood, can represent overall wellbeing of an adult in future and its supply should be prioritize accordingly. In this write up, we are going to discuss on the ways where protein can be incorporated in a paediatric age group, followed by a sample diet chart to get an idea about how to g...

  Snacking options for children (Age 5- 7 years) Right snacking habit is quite a big challenge with today’s generation. With the childhood obesity cases is one of a kind, which act as a quick filler in between the main meals and most children savor on it. Snacking items should contribute to nutritional aspects, as it helps in providing right nourishment at this age. While suggesting snacking foods for children, taste and the nutritional benefits should swivel around health, immunity, taste, and growth. Let us check snacking food items, which are powerhouse of nutrients and rationalize ‘Right nutrition is the plinth to flourishing health’. Dairy Products : - If you offer a direct glass of plain milk to this age, there is likelihood of it getting rejected. Dairy products are loaded with nutrients like calcium, proteins, magnesium, and other minerals. Milk can easily blend with fresh, seasonal fruits and made as fruit smoothie, which is a great bet to get almost all vital nutrients in...

  Biscuits, Are they healthy for Children? Biscuits are an all-time favourite snack for children. But, is our child’s craving for these treats causing harm to their health? Children need healthy foods and nutritious snacks as they are growing. Since snacks add to the total calorie intake per day, eating healthy snacks is important. Most mothers see biscuits as an easy and healthy snack option, thanks to the commercials that present biscuits as a substitute for fruits, milk, and grains, filled with energy, vitamins and minerals. But we need to realize this, biscuits cannot replace your child’s healthy meal options.    Truth about the Ingredients in a Biscuit The main ingredients in a  biscuit are  wheat flour, sugar, fat, and water. They are mixed with other minor ingredients (baking powder,  milk, emulsifiers and preservatives)  Wheat flour  – sounds healthy, right? But this is not the ‘whole’ wheat flour which is used to make rotis .It ...