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Nurturing Healthy Habits
Pre-school is a critical time in a child’s life when they begin to develop habits and behaviours that can shape their health and well-being in the long run.
Nutrition
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Holi at Colliers Wood making Coconut Barfi
Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates spring, love, and new life. To celebrate we are going to make Coconut Barfi. It’s so simple why not give it a go yourself.
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Dealing with ’Picky Eaters’
It’s normal for children to be fussy eaters – that is, to not like the taste, shape, colour, or texture of particular foods.
In fact, this all happens because fussy eating is part of children’s development. Up to a third of children around the age of two could be described as fussy eaters.
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Nutrition, Exercise & Gratitude
As a parent, you want your child to be happy and healthy. You also want them to do well in school and reach their full potential. Good nutrition is essential…
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Let Food be thy medicine
Willows Preschool has a passionate interest in the link between diet and health. Not surprisingly, what is emerging is that what is good for adults
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Fatty Acids
You may have heard of omega-3 and 6 essential fatty acids (the body cannot make), but what about omega-9? Omega-9 is a non-essential fatty acid, which means that your body can produce it on its own. However, omega-9 is still important for maintaining a healthy balance in the body.
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Probiotic Foods
The Gut Garden: How Probiotic Foods Nurture a Thriving Immune System. It’s no secret that a healthy diet is vital for a strong immune system, but the secret…
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Childhood Obesity
There’s a pressing issue we need to address together: childhood obesity. A recent study revealed a shocking increase in the number of obese children…
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What is the Microbiome
The microbiome is the collection of all the microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses) that live in and on the human body. Most people think…
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START EARLY
Breastfeeding Beyond Nutrition: The Unveiling of Powerful Benefits. The fight against childhood obesity is a complex one, with many factors influencing…