MIDDLE SCHOOL NUTRITION
Section Overview
Middle school children (ages 11-13 years old) are continuing to grow and mature. In this section you will find the recommended serving sizes for middle school children as well as some helpful feeding tips for this age group.
Nutrition Recommendations for Middle Schoolers
Throughout the middle school years, children go through growth spurts as they enter puberty. These physical changes require adequate nutrition for proper development. As children become even more independent and capable of making their own decisions, maintaining healthy eating habits is important!
Feeding Tips for Middle Schoolers
Although your child gets to choose how much they want to eat, it is your responsibility to teach and encourage them to choose the most nourishing foods for their bodies.
- Start with a healthy breakfast – A balanced breakfast with protein is a great way to help your children say fuller for longer
- Be a role model – When you prepare healthy foods for yourself, it shows your children how important eating healthy can be
- Make small changes – gradually replace the less nutritious foods with healthy alternatives