Many parents worry about their children's preference for snacks over meals. Minh Hang (TP HCM) shared her concerns about her 5-year-old daughter, who often eats only a few bites of rice, vegetables, and meat during main meals but enjoys colorful snacks like cookies, candy, and chips. "Every time we go to the supermarket, she begs me to buy snacks first. I love her, but I'm also worried because not all the snacks she likes are nutritious," she said. Hang tried eliminating snacks entirely, but her daughter still didn't eat more at mealtimes. Instead, she longed for the snacks her neighbor's children were enjoying.
Child development experts advise parents not to eliminate snacks completely but to guide their children toward healthier choices. Explaining what constitutes healthy food and introducing nutritious options can empower children to make good decisions.
Many parents creatively shape meals into animals or pictures, or simply cut eggs, vegetables, and meat into stars, circles, and triangles to entice their children to eat. Adding natural colors from carrots, spinach, and other vegetables can also make food more appealing. Brightly colored or whimsical eating utensils can further enhance the dining experience.
Diversifying meals with healthy and convenient options is another effective strategy. Parents can offer alternatives like pasta or noodles, ensuring a balanced intake of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Milk biscuits with milk can be a refreshing breakfast option, providing energy for a day of learning and play.
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D-Maxx Marie milk biscuits, fortified with vitamin D and calcium, are a popular choice for families. Photo: D-Maxx Marie |
D-Maxx Marie milk biscuits, fortified with vitamin D and calcium, are a popular choice for families. Photo: D-Maxx Marie
Many milk biscuits on the market contain nutrients that support children's development. D-Maxx Marie milk biscuits, enriched with vitamin D and calcium, satisfy children's tastes while reassuring parents. Vitamin D and calcium are essential for bone growth and strength. Calcium is a key component of bones and teeth, contributing to bone density. Vitamin D helps the body absorb and utilize calcium effectively.
Produced by Mayora, an Indonesian company with over 40 years of experience in the food industry, D-Maxx Marie prioritizes both ingredients and production processes. The biscuits are designed to fit children's hands and are perfect for dipping in milk. The cow print on each biscuit adds a touch of fun. They are suitable for breakfast, after-school snacks, or weekend outings.
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D-Maxx Marie is a convenient snack for various children's activities, from outdoor play to school days. Photo: D-Maxx Marie |
D-Maxx Marie is a convenient snack for various children's activities, from outdoor play to school days. Photo: D-Maxx Marie
MC Hong Phuong (TP HCM) often gives her two children D-Maxx Marie milk biscuits for breakfast or afternoon snacks. They also enjoy them as a quick energy boost during family outings. "My two children, Bap and Dau, love D-Maxx Marie because the biscuits are milky, crispy, and easy to eat. Like other mothers, I always pay attention to nutritional content, so I feel reassured knowing that D-Maxx Marie is fortified with calcium and vitamin D," she shared.
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MC Hong Phuong chooses D-Maxx Marie as a nutritious and energizing snack for her children. Photo: D-Maxx Marie |
MC Hong Phuong chooses D-Maxx Marie as a nutritious and energizing snack for her children. Photo: D-Maxx Marie
From now until 15/7, the D-Maxx Marie brand is running the "Maxx Height - Maxx Health - Maxx Fun" challenge, encouraging children to be active. Parents and children who participate in at least three fun, healthy activities showcasing height, health, and energy, or share their children's achievements with the product, have the chance to win prizes.
Diep Chi
See details of the Maxx Height - Maxx Health - Maxx Fun contest here