Eating well and staying active helps children grow, learn and feel well.
Healthy habits can support children’s physical health, confidence and wellbeing, both now and as they get older.
Healthy eating for children
One of the simplest ways to support your child’s wellbeing is through a balanced and nutritious diet.
Eating well can help children:
- concentrate at school
- maintain a healthy weight
- develop healthy habits for life
Eating at least 5 fruits and vegetables a day and having a big variety of healthy foods, can support children’s growth and energy levels.
Small, everyday changes can also make a positive difference for families.
This includes:
- sitting together for meals
- reducing screen time while eating meals
- offering healthy snacks
Free vitamins are available for all families in Brent with children under the age of 4. Find our more on our Healthy Start pages.
Support and advice for families with young children
- Brent Health for Life supports healthy habits and the move from milk to solid foods. For advice, please email clcht.brenthealth4life@nhs.net
- HENRY Programme helps families build healthier eating habits and lifestyles.
- NHS Healthier Families offers simple, budget-friendly food swaps for the whole family.