POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy6 months agoA. Your 2.6-year-old son (90 cm height, 12.5 kg weight) is within a normal range but should have a nutrient-rich diet for healthy growth and weight gain. Below is a balanced diet plan in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
✅ Diet Plan for 2.6-Year-Old Boy (Veg & Non-Veg) 🕖 Early Morning (7:00 AM - 7:30 AM) – Detox & Hydration
🥛 1 glass lukewarm water (can add 1 tsp soaked chia seeds)
🍏 1 fruit (banana/apple/papaya/pear)
🕘 Breakfast (8:30 AM - 9:00 AM) – Energy & Protein-Rich
Veg Options:
🥣 Moong dal chilla with curd OR
🥣 Oats porridge with almonds & raisins OR
🌮 Multigrain paratha (methi/palak) with ghee
Non-Veg Options:
🍳 1 egg omelette with whole wheat toast OR
🍚 Chicken/mutton soup with 1 small roti
🥜 Handful of soaked nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)
🕛 Mid-Morning Snack (11:00 AM - 11:30 AM) – Quick Nutrition
🥤 Vegetarian: Buttermilk OR Coconut Water
🍗 Non-Vegetarian: Boiled Egg or Homemade Chicken Soup
🕑 Lunch (1:00 PM - 1:30 PM) – Balanced Nutrition
Vegetarian:
🍚 Rice + Dal + Ghee
🥗 Vegetable Sabzi (Carrot, beetroot, spinach, pumpkin)
🥣 Curd / Raita
Non-Vegetarian:
🍗 Rice with Chicken/Fish Curry
🥚 Boiled Egg
🥣 Vegetables with Dal
🕓 Evening Snack (4:30 PM - 5:00 PM) – Light & Healthy
🥛 Vegetarian: Ragi porridge / Banana milkshake / Sprouts chaat
🍳 Non-Vegetarian: Egg sandwich / Chicken cutlet
🕖 Dinner (7:30 PM - 8:00 PM) – Light & Easy Digestion
Vegetarian:
🥣 Khichdi with ghee OR
🥗 Dalia with vegetables
Non-Vegetarian:
🍗 Chicken soup with roti OR
🥚 Egg curry with rice
🥄 Warm milk with dates before bedtime.
✅ Additional Tips for Healthy Growth & Weight Gain
✔ Encourage Active Play (Running, Jumping, Outdoor Games)
✔ Ensure 8-10 Hours of Sleep
✔ Limit Junk, Sugary, and Fried Foods
✔ Give Plenty of Water (6-8 glasses daily)
This meal plan ensures a balanced intake of protein, carbs, and healthy fats for steady weight gain and growth. Let me know if you need any modifications!
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