Healthy Drinks for Kids

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Children easily become dehydrated without noticing. When they?re concentrating, whether on school work or on play at weekends or in the holidays, many don?t seem to realise that they?re thirsty.

You can help by offering drinks at regular intervals. Dehydration affects the brain cells, causing tiredness, poor concentration and mood changes.

The body needs plenty of liquid too, to keep the bowels working properly and reduce the risk of a whole string of conditions developing in later life, from kidney stones to stroke.

What are the best drinks to offer at home, or send along in your child?s lunch box?

Water and milk are the most healthy drinks for kids. Fruit juices and smoothies are OK in moderation. Do your best to avoid highly sweetened juice drinks, squashes and fizzy drinks.

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