Kids' food for fitness - Anita Bean

Proper nutrition is essential for children to support growth and development, fight illness, and help them fulfil their active potential. This handbook addresses the nutritional needs of children in relation to activity and sport. It explores the links between diet and activity, sports performance and body composition in children between the ages of five and 16. There are age-related menu plans and recipes, along with tips on how to deal with fussy eaters. The author also addresses the issue of potential eating disorders and examines eating without meat for children.