Brain Food for Preschoolers

• Your preschooler’s brain is growing at a most impressive rate, and she’s soaking up everything around her. In order to keep your happy little sponge extra absorbent, she needs to get the vitamins and nutrients that aren’t found in jelly and mac-n-cheese.

• The brain grows fantastically when given plenty of fatty acids, iron, protein, and zinc. DHA or docosahexaenoic acid is a vital nutrient that facilitates the development of synapses that are used to transport information from one cell to the next to the brain. Our babies thrive when receiving a healthy dose of DHA, which is naturally found in breast milk.

• To supply this to your children as they grow, look for foods containing omega-3 fatty acids, including fish, eggs, yogurt, or sprouted breads. Iron rich foods include fish, meat, nuts, and cheese.

• Whole grains, milk, fruits and veggies, such as peas and bananas, contain B-vitamins that help keep the brain healthy and their energy levels on full speed.

• Make sure your preschooler is continuing to drink low-fat organic milk, yogurt, and cottage cheese for calcium and protein. It’s important to promote your tot’s ability to learn.

• Filling her belly with the right ingredients is important for your rapidly growing child, it also ensures her brain is getting the right stuff to keep up!

• Talk with your pediatrician about your preschooler’s healthy diet.