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Questions & Answers
Animal sources and plant sources of iron: What's the difference?
There is a difference between iron that is found in animal sources and plant sources of iron.
Are Irish Kids getting enough vitamins and minerals in their diets?
A high percentage of Irish children are not getting their daily requirement of vitamins and minerals?
How do I get my teen or tween interested in healthy eating?
Good eating habits are learned behaviours, they’re not instinctive. So what your child has learned at home from early in life will stick with them well into adulthood.
How do I ensure that my tween gets her five a day?
It can be hard to ensure that your child gets five servings of fruit and vegetables each day, follow our tips to ensure your child gets enough nutrients.
Are there any nutrients that a vegetarian diet is missing for teens?
A vegetarian diet can potentially be low in some nutrients that are found in meat, poultry and fish.
Why is breakfast important for my child?
Many parents struggle to find time to provide a healthy and nutritious breakfast for their children.
How many servings of dairy does my child need each day?
Milk, cheese and yoghurt all provide calcium which is necessary for strong and healthy bones.
