Children aged 5-12 yrs

Question 1

what happens at the life stage? 5-12 yrs

Answer 1

growth continues in spurts

children should be physically active at a time but increasing numbers become inactive if they use computers social media or watch TV which can lead to them becoming overweight or obese

Question 2

which nutrients of particularly important

Answer 2

protein 
fibre 
water 
carbohydrates 
fat
all vitamins
all minerals

Question 3

encourage the children to

Answer 3

follow the eat well guide and dietary guidelines

have enough sleep

take part in physical activity

The same as preschool children 1-4 e.g

continue to try new foods and eat fresh and raw food regularly

find out how food is produced prepared cooked and what it contains

take part in shopping preparing and cooking family meals



Question 4

discourage children from

Answer 4

grazing a snack in between meals

frequent consumption of sweet fizzy drinks fatty and salty foods