#asktheexpert diet plan for My 8 years daughter

1 Answer

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy7 months ago

A. For your 8-year-old daughter, a balanced diet is important for proper growth, immunity, and energy. Here’s a healthy diet plan: 🔹 Morning (6:30 - 7:00 AM) – Early Morning Drink ✅ A glass of warm milk (plain or with turmeric/almonds) or ✅ Homemade dry fruit milkshake (avoid sugar) 🔹 Breakfast (8:00 - 8:30 AM) – High Protein & Energy ✅ Options: Egg omelet + whole wheat toast Vegetable paratha + curd Poha/upma with peanuts & veggies Oats porridge with nuts Dosa/idli with coconut chutney Stuffed roti (paneer/aloo/methi) + curd ✅ Fruits: A banana, apple, or any seasonal fruit 🔹 Mid-Morning Snack (10:30 - 11:00 AM) – Healthy Munching ✅ Options: Handful of nuts (almonds, walnuts) Makhana or roasted chana Fresh coconut water or buttermilk 🔹 Lunch (12:30 - 1:30 PM) – Balanced Meal ✅ Options: 1-2 chapatis + dal + sabzi + curd Rice + dal + vegetable curry Khichdi with ghee & salad Chicken/fish with rice & veggies ✅ Add: A small bowl of salad (carrot, cucumber, beetroot) A glass of buttermilk or curd 🔹 Evening Snack (4:30 - 5:00 PM) – Light & Nutritious ✅ Options: Fruit smoothie or homemade milkshake Paneer/tofu sandwich Sprouts chaat with lemon Boiled egg & whole wheat crackers 🔹 Dinner (7:30 - 8:00 PM) – Light & Filling ✅ Options: Chapati with dal & sabzi Vegetable soup + toast Moong dal cheela + curd Light khichdi + ghee Dosa with sambhar ✅ Avoid: Heavy or fried food at night 🔹 Before Bedtime (9:00 PM, if needed) ✅ A glass of warm milk with a pinch of turmeric 💡 Additional Tips: ✅ Encourage water intake (6-8 glasses per day) ✅ Limit junk food & processed snacks ✅ Include seasonal fruits & veggies daily ✅ Make meals colorful & interesting