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Boosting calories in your child's diet can be a challenging task. This becomes a problem if your child is severely underweight or particularly picky about eating. So how can you make sure your child gets all the nutrition needed for optimal growth and development?
The key is to increase caloric and nutrient density of foods in the diet. The below guidelines will help you make the most of your child's meals in a healthy, balanced manner.
To increase calories, you can:
If your child is lacking protein in his/her diet, you can incorporate foods that are both calorie and protein dense such as:
High Calorie Snacks
Moreover, you can find special high calorie milk fortified with essential proteins, vitamins, minerals and fats at pharmacies and supermarkets. This special milk is ideal for picky eaters as it can be highly attractive with its chocolate, vanilla, or honey flavors.
Please note you should not use this milk before your child is one year of age and make sure to consult with your pediatrician for a recommended brand.