Encouraging children to eat diverse and nutritious food sets themselves up for a lifetime of healthy eating habits. As any adult knows every child has individual likes and dislikes when it comes to eating food. For those children attending childcare there is opportunity for them to try healthy food in an environment different from home.…
Yoghurt is a fantastic snack for children in childcare. It’s not only tasty and edible for children of all ages but is also packed with nutrients; easy to store, serve and clean-up; and extremely kid-friendly! Nutrition and Taste! One major concern with many yoghurts is the high sugar content. At The Wellbeing Food Co, we…
This is Part 3 of our special story to mark Food Allergy Week 2024. Follow one family’s 14-year journey of managing allergies and food-related autoimmune disease – including how it changes as child morphs into teenager. Read Part 1 and Part 2 first. PART 3: Social impacts, eating out & teen transition Managing a peanut…
This is Part 2 of our special story to mark Food Allergy Week 2024. It’s an insight into one family’s 14-year rollercoaster of managing allergies and food-related autoimmune disease. Read Part 1 here. PART 2: Living & learning The scare We were at a family gathering shortly after Edie started school and her peanut allergy…
To mark Food Allergy Week 2024, we bring you a story written for us by a mother. It’s a 14-year rollercoaster of managing allergies, starting from when her daughter, Edie, was 5 months old. With one in 10 children developing a proven food allergy in their first year of life, we hope it helps families…
From 6 May, we celebrate Heart Week, Australia’s national heart health awareness week. As proud advocates for childhood nutrition, we’re passionate about heart health. The prevention of heart disease starts young, with the early years paving the way for a lifetime of healthy habits. Cardiovascular risk factors are increasing in children, particularly those who are overweight…
Introducing children to new food can be a recipe for disaster – but you can smooth the path to success. Do it right and you may just be setting the stage for a healthier generation. Any food can become as good as new! Children’s habits and preferences are not set in stone. They are…
Childhood is the starting point where foundations for future health are laid. Just as a car requires the right fuel to run efficiently, a child’s body needs a balanced diet to thrive, play and learn. Ensuring children adopt a balanced diet is one of the best things parents and caregivers can do. Good nutrition…
Within our children’s bodies, a microscopic superhero team known as the microbiome is silently working to protect and enhance their wellbeing. Residing in the gut, these superheroes defend against invaders bringing illness, and to promote a strong immune system. Their mission is to ensure children have more energy, feel strong and are capable to play,…