12 foods every growing child should eat daily

Growing children need a balanced and nutrient-rich diet, daily, to support their physical growth, cognitive development, immune function and overall health. Good nutrition in childhood fuels kids' growth, learning and lifelong health. No single “superfood” makes a child smart or healthy overnight but what matters is daily patterns of a variety of fruits and vegetables, reliable sources of protein and iron, dairy or calcium for bones, DHA for brain support, whole grains for steady energy and healthy fats to build the brain. Where risk of deficiency exists, fortified foods or clinical supplementation matter. Small, consistent swaps like fruit instead of sugary snacks or whole grains instead of refined, compound into big benefits for growth, attention and long-term health. Based on extensi