BRAIN-BOOSTING BREAKFASTS

Paediatric dietitian Ana-kristina Skrapac (London-nutrition.com) gives her top tips for breakfasts that pack a punch and lunches to keep them going all day…

NATURAL, PLAIN YOGHURT SWEETENED WITH FRUIT

“Yoghurt is a good source of calcium for building strong bones. To make plain yoghurt more appealing, put it in a colourful bowl and add fresh fruit, like berries or banana, as a natural sweetener and for extra vitamins and fibre.”

EGGS WITH WHOLEGRAIN BREAD SOLDIERS

“Eggs – boiled, scrambled or poached – are an Aladdin’s cave of nutrients, while wholegrain bread contains fibre to keep them fuller for longer. For younger children, cut toast into soldiers that they can dip in a soft-boiled egg.”

BANANA AND SOYA MILK OATY SMOOTHIE

“To improve children’s concentration, add half an avocado or a banana to soya milk along with some oats and blend. The soya milk is fortified with iron, vitamin D and calcium, all of which help boost brain power.”

WHOLEGRAIN HEALTHY CEREAL BREAKFAST

“Wholegrains contain fibre, vitamins and help keep blood-sugar levels stable to avoid a slump. Give your kids porridge with fruit, and add a handful of Rice Krispies to make it more appealing. Or soak oats overnight in whole milk with dried fruit.”