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Healthy Eating for Children

Good nutrition and healthy eating habits are essential to a young child’s physical and cognitive development. Find information and tips for preparing and providing healthy meals and snacks for toddlers and preschoolers.


Small yogurt parfait, layered with yogurt, fresh berries, and topped with granola and one whole strawberry.

10 Healthy Food Activities for Children’s Parties


Glass of water with citrus and herbs, pitcher of water and citrus herbs in background.

Children and Sports Drinks


Variety of balloons surrounded by colored confetti.

Healthy Foods for Children’s Parties


Family running down sandy path together.

Healthy Growth Management for Children


Two small children biking with helmets on paved path.

Help your Child Develop a Positive Body Image


Grocery store isle filled with different sodas and fruit juices.

How Much Sugar is in Your Drink?


Cut celery on a wood cutting board.

Ideas for Healthy School Treats


Man holding small child on his shoulders, overlooking a field of wildflowers.

Important Nutrition for Health and Growth


Bread with peanut butter spread on top.

Quick Breakfast Ideas for Children


Balloons of different colors in a bunch that read "happy birthday".

School Policies for Classroom Treats


Cereal in bowl topped with cut bananas.

Selecting Healthy Breakfast Cereal for Children


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As the weather warms, why not showcase delicious, fresh produce in this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Packed with protein- and fiber-rich chickpeas and the flavors of summer, it makes for a deliciously satisfying and refreshing meal. 😋 

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As the weather warms, why not showcase delicious, fresh produce in this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Packed with protein- and fiber-rich chickpeas and the flavors of summer, it makes for a deliciously satisfying and refreshing meal. 😋 Find the recipe for at Food Smart Colorado, link in bio. Photo by PhD student @alegumeaday #FoodSmartColorado #CSUExtension #LovePulses #Pulses #Beans #Legumes #Fiber #Protein #HealthyEating #Recipe #Recipes #Chickpea #GarbanzoBeans #ChickpeaSalad #SummerSalads #Chickpeas #Healthy #Nutrition #PlantBased #Vegetarian
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