CHANDIGARH
Breakfast is declared to be the most essential meal of the day as it gives you the energy you need to kick start the day.
Good dietary habits such as eating a healthy breakfast every morning should be introduced in children at an early age to help them develop a strong immune system and improve overall health.
Here are some healthy and nutritional breakfast options for the kids which will boost their immune systems.
Oats:
Our body needs the fibre which is included in the Oats and the added veggies. It is a healthy variant of this dish that lets the digestive system work smoother. You can top up with the dry fruits or fruits as per your child’s choice.
Sago khichdi:
Sago khichdi is a meal pooled with carbohydrates, dietary fibres, calcium, iron, and protein. Nonetheless, it has plenty of nutrients.
Whole wheat pancakes:
A great source of fibre and carbs to improve gut health and provides ample energy to work throughout the day.
Dhokla:
Dhokla is very beneficial for the child’s health as the ingredients of dhokla are super-rich in proteins. You can introduce the chutney with dhokla to make it more delightful.
Poha:
One of the healthiest and easy to make breakfast options available. It has a rich taste, is gluten-free, and contains an adequate amount of carbohydrates that a body requires.
Sprouts chats:
To give a zingy touch to your child’s meal, and then make a sprouts chaat by adding all the required nutrients, adding finely sliced onions, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon. Surely your child will love this breakfast.
Breakfast Drinks :
Fruit and vegetable smoothies
You can blend fruits and vegetables and make a tasty smoothie which your child can have before going to school or playing.
Fresh fruit juice
You can also extract fresh juice from all the fruits at home and give it to your child. This will give energy to your child and will keep them fuller for longer periods.
Hot milk
One cup of hot milk, by adding a good flavor with a light breakfast will keep them fuller and they will get calcium also. As there are numerous flavors available at market that contain iron, calcium and other necessary nutrients.