Weight gain

Weight gain may be a problem. Your kilojoule requirement is less, but your nutrient requirement is still high. Therefore, foods should be nutritious but lower in kilojoules and low in fat.

Include lean meats, low fat cheeses, lots of fruit and vegetables, and keep animal fats to a minimum.

Avoid high fat high sugar snack foods such as biscuits and cakes.

Drink plenty of water.

Healthy eating

Keep eating two or three serves of low fat dairy (milk, yoghurt, cheese) or high calcium alternatives daily.

Have a high intake of fibre, including plenty of wholemeal bread and wholegrain cereals, fruit and vegetables, as bowel problems may occur at this age

Drink plenty of water.

Content Updated June 18, 2009