How can you turn mealtime into a family-friendly hour as opposed to an all-out war? Here are some suggestions:

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Many find it a difficult task to get their kid to eat healthy.  Most kids prefer a diet of fruit roll-ups and ice cream, however, it is crucial to get your kid eating healthy at a young age.  Whole grain is very important for your kids to consume.  Starting off the day with a bowl of Cheerios is a great way to get started on the recommended six ounces of of whole grain your child should consume.  If he or she is a big enough eater, they can get all six ounces at breakfast!  Also important is the consumption of calcium.  Foods that are rich in calcium build strong bones and later on can prevent osteoporosis.

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In 2005, the US Department of Agriculture released the new food pyramid plan. Kids and adults alike no longer need to follow the same horizontally sectioned food pyramid. Adults now have their own pyramid while there is also a new food pyramid for kids. What does this say now about food, nutrition and diet?

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If you’re a parent, no doubt you’ve noticed more and more businesses catering to families. Restaurants offer special nights where kids eat free. Movie theaters and bowling allies lure busy parents with promises of low-cost, fun-filled birthday parties. Even fitness centers are jumping in on the action by offering special rooms or entire facilities where kids can have fun with other kids while doing something good.

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It is always a challenge for parents to provide healthy meals for their children. As the kids grow and become more active, they need all the nutrients they can get. As healthy meals are not a popular choice among kids, planning a nutritious meal is as important as preparing something that they will actually want to eat.

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