Diet is central to health, and children’s diet can be an important influence on their health now and in the future.
There are growing numbers of people affected by chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease. A good diet in childhood can help to protect against chronic diseases like these in later life.
Current statistics show that increasing numbers of children and young people are either overweight or obese .
Most children in the UK eat too much fat, especially saturated fat, added sugars and salt.
Children on average eat only 2 out of the recommended 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
Poorly nourished children, especially those who are overweight or obese, often experience social and psychological problems. This can clearly have a significant impact on behaviour and performance in schools.
Schools have an important part to play in developing a positive food culture in school- one where the healthier food choice becomes the ‘norm’ so that the healthier choice becomes the easier choice.
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