Boost child cognitive growth and support their brain development through nutritious diet that covers all their needs.
What you will learn
Understand that brain growth & development start during pregnancy (proper brain growth needs specific nutrients) with sufficient healthy diet.
Change feeding strategies to help your child build a healthy relationship with food that will last throughout their life.
Build healthy meals containing carbs, proteins and healthy fats while avoiding & minimizing the villains (trans fats & added sugar)
Prepare a healthy eating environment for you & your child, and to teach by example not by preaching all the time.
How to make healthy meal swaps
Be able to calculate your child needs (energy & nutrients)
Understand the ugly face of malnutrition on our children
Why take this course?
🚀 Course Title: Nutrition and Child Brain Development 🍎
Headline: A Must-To-Have Knowledge of Children’s Nutrition for Ultimate Brain Growth and Development to Raise an Intelligent Child! 🧠✨
Course Description:
As parents, we often underestimate the profound impact our children’s dietary habits have on their long-term health. This course, led by the esteemed nutrition expert Maha Khalifa, delves into the critical role that nutrition plays in a child’s growth, not just physically but cognitively too.
📚 Key Points:
- First 1000 Days Matter: The formative period from pregnancy to the age of two is when 75% of brain development occurs. Nutrition during these years sets a foundation for your child’s health and cognitive abilities.
- Beyond Physical Growth: We explore how nutrition influences various cognitive functions, impacting everything from memory to problem-solving skills.
- The Power of Balance: Learn the importance of balanced meals that include all essential food groups—carbs, fats, proteins—and ample hydration for optimal development.
- Junk Food Reality Check: Understand the negative effects of frequent junk food consumption on children’s health and how to avoid it.
- Mood & Behavior Connection: Discover how a healthy relationship with food can reduce the prevalence of mood disorders, behavioral issues, learning difficulties, and chronic diseases in children.
🌍 What You Will Learn:
- Understanding Nutritional Needs: Gain insights into the nutritional requirements specific to child development.
- Healthy Eating Strategies: Acquire practical tips for encouraging healthy eating habits in children.
- Food Group Facts: Learn how different food groups contribute to a child’s growth and brain development.
- Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Identify the pitfalls of modern fast food diets and how to steer clear of them.
- Long-Term Benefits: Explore the lasting benefits of good nutrition in childhood for a productive life ahead.
👩🏫 Instructor Insight:
Maha Khalifa, a seasoned course instructor with a wealth of knowledge in child nutrition, will guide you through this journey. With her expert advice and evidence-based practices, you’ll be equipped to make informed decisions that promote your child’s cognitive development and overall well-being.
🌟 Why Enroll?
- Expert Led: Learn from a professional with years of experience in nutrition and child development.
- Comprehensive Curriculum: A course designed to cover all aspects of children’s nutrition for brain development.
- Actionable Insights: Take away practical advice that you can implement immediately.
- Lasting Impact: Invest in your child’s future by understanding how proper nutrition affects their development today and tomorrow.
Enroll now to embark on a transformative journey towards nurturing a healthy, intelligent life for your child. Let’s make smart choices together! 🌱👶🏼
Course Outline:
- Introduction to Child Nutrition and Brain Development
- Overview of the course
- The significance of early nutrition
- The Science of Early Brain Development
- Understanding the first 1000 days
- Cognitive functions and their nutritional needs
- Essential Nutrients for a Growing Child
- Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals
- Role of each in brain development
- Junk Food: The Silent Saboteur
- Identifying and avoiding junk food
- Alternatives and healthier choices
- Strategies for Healthy Eating Habits
- Encouraging a balanced diet
- Making mealtime fun and engaging
- Real-World Application: Case Studies
- Success stories
- Common challenges and their solutions
- Long-Term Benefits of Proper Nutrition
- Healthy brain development
- Reducing the risk of chronic diseases
- Course Conclusion & Next Steps
- Recap of key takeaways
- Continuing your child’s nutrition journey
Join us on this vital learning adventure to unlock the full potential of your child’s brain and set them up for a lifetime of success and health! 🎓🚀