Saturday, February 25, 2012

Meal Plan for Karren Jacob, 5 yrs old.

Breakfast: - 1 cup of milk (500ml) _(1s milk)
                  - 1 small bowl of whole grain cereal (coco crunch)
                    (can be mixed wif milk)_(1s R&A)
                 - 1/2 apple_(1/2s fruit)
Reason:  Milk contains calcium which is 
               important for strong
               bones and teeth. Wholegrain cereal   
               contains various 
               amounts of vitamins like Vitamin C, Niacin,  Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B6,  
Riboflavin (B2), Thiamin (B1), Folic Acid (Folacin), Vitamin B12,
Calcium Carbonate and Iron that are necessary for health and growth. Apples can help to build immune systems and prevent one from being ill.


Lunch: - 1 cup of orange juice (500ml)_ (1/2s fruits)
             - 1 plate of Tomato Macaroni with minced chicken and
              carrots._ (1s R&A) (1/2s M&A) (1/4s Veg)
 Reason: Orange juice are high in vitamin C and          
              has  nutrients, containing anti-oxidant  
               as well. Chicken contains protein, which are
               necessary for human healthAlso, protein, amino acids,  
               vitamins D, B12, B3 and B6 and many more 
               nutrients are found salmon! Carrots are also rich in         
               nutrients and vitamins.


Dinner: - Cream of Mushroom**
             -Salad which contains - Bolied Broccoli
                                                  - Boiled Corns
                                                  - Boiled Carrots _(3/4s Veg)
             -Salmon Fillet_(1/2s M&A)
             - Baby Potato_(1 1/2 R&A)
             - Mangoes**
             - 1 glass of Lime Juice**


**optional.
Reason: Mushroom Soup contains mushroom which is known to cure and prevent diseases such as cancer. Salad contains various kinds of vegetables which could aid in building a persons immune system and gives a person dietary fibre and vitamins. The Salmon Fillet has a omega-3 fat which decreases the risk of numerous cardiovascular problems including heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure ans many more. Futhermore, research shows that omega-3 fat can decrease the risk of cancer, eye- related problems, gives joint protection and improves mood and cognition. Baby Potatoes are high in complex carbohydrates which can provide one sufficient energy for a longer period of time than food with simple carbohydrates.  Mango fruit is rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds. According to new research study, mango fruit has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. Lime juice can effectively aid in a person's digestion.