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Preschool Nutrition
Find general information on preschool nutrition below. Please also see these pages for specific resources:
Preschool Nutrition
USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Find resources for parents and caregivers of preschool children.
Preschool 3-5 Years: Nutrition
American Academy of Pediatrics.
Resources include:
Nemours. KidsHealth.
Vegetarian Nutrition for Toddlers and Preschoolers ( pdf | 470 KB )
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Vegetarian Nutrition Practice Group.
Provides information on a well-balanced vegetarian diet that supports the normal growth and development of toddlers and preschoolers.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Provides recipes, articles, and tips for preschoolers. Topics include preschoolers in the kitchen, ingredients, what to eat, health concerns, and more.
University of Florida Extension.
University of Florida Extension.
North Carolina Cooperative Extension; North Carolina Division of Public Health.
Provides recipes and tips for promoting healthy eating in preschoolers.