What effect does sugar have on my child?
Are you also at a loss these days when it comes to this? buying a healthy meal for your child? Nowadays, sugar is even added to squeezed fruit and vegetable snacks.
And unfortunately, sugar has a huge impact on children's health. There has been one in recent decades alarming increase in sugar consumption in children, which has led to an increase in obesity, type 2 diabetes and others health issues. As a parent, it is important to be aware of the impact of sugar on your child's health and to find healthy alternatives. Childcare VIPKids attaches great importance to the health of children. That is why VIPKids always offers delicious recipes to which virtually no sugar is added.
Physical health risks of sugar for your child
Sugar is often considered a 'hidden poison' in many foods, especially those aimed at children. Excessive sugar consumption can lead to several health problems, including obesity, tooth decay and later in life, increased blood pressure, insulin resistance and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Moreover, a high sugar intake affects children's behavior.
Sugar affects your child's behavior
In addition to the physical health risks, excessive sugar intake can also affect children's behavior. Sugar is bad for some children lead to hyperactivity, irritability and mood swings. Although the mechanism behind this relationship is not yet fully understood, studies suggest that blood sugar highs and lows can lead to changes in mood and behavior. Do you recognize that your child is hyperactive for a while during a birthday party with delicious cakes and chips and then becomes hangry at home? Crying and having trouble falling asleep? There is a good chance that the many added sugars are the problem here.
Healthy alternatives from VIPKids
VIPKids understands the importance of healthy food for children and therefore offers a range of recipes that contain virtually no added sugars. These recipes are not only healthy, but also tasty and easy to prepare. Here are some examples:
1. Oatmeal porridge with fresh fruit
Looking for a healthy breakfast that does not contain added sugars for your child?
A nutritious and filling breakfast is oatmeal with fresh fruit. Add some fresh fruit to cooked oatmeal for a sweet taste. And enjoy.
2. (Hidden) Vegetable omelette
A colorful and nutritious meal full of vegetables. Beat eggs and add chopped vegetables such as peppers, spinach and tomatoes. Bake until done and serve with a slice of whole wheat bread. Does your child have an aversion to vegetables? Fry the vegetables, for example yellow pepper and onion, and then do it briefly in the blender. Incorporate this into the omelette, and voila. Your child doesn't realize that there is delicious vegetables incorporated into their omelet .
3. Banana pancakes
These delicious pancakes are sweetened with ripe bananas and contain no added sugars. Mix 2 mashed bananas with 4 beaten eggs, add something if necessary raisins and fry until golden brown. A delicious alternative to the unhealthy version of pancakes. Make the pancakes cozy by baking them decorate with your favorite fruit of your child and it's immediately a party!
Please note: Not all “sugar-free” products are healthy
Although more and more sugar-free options are appearing in grocery stores, it's important to remember that “Sugar-free” does not always equal healthy. Some products promoted as sugar-free still contain hidden sugars or are sweetened with alternatives such as honey or syrups, which can also negatively impact children's health. It is therefore essential to always check the ingredients list and choosing nutritious options with minimal additives. By choosing healthy alternatives, you as parents can help your children develop healthy eating habits and lay a good foundation for a healthy life.
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