What is healthy eating for under-fives?
The early years are a vital time for children's learning and development.
A nutritionally balanced diet containing a combination of foods is one of the foundations of child health and is important for building both emotional and physical fortitude.
Good nutritional intake and support in developing healthy eating behaviours in the early years were highlighted in the annual report of the chief medical officer last year, which found that one in ten children entering reception classes at four years old are overweight. It is important to also acknowledge that some children are underweight because they do not get enough to eat - either way, the effect on health and development is significant.
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