Brain ingredients

Include sources of good fats regularly in your children’s meals – these are crucial for brain development and keep blood sugar levels more stable. This makes learning and concentration easier. Good examples include avocado, salmon, nuts, seeds, coconut oil, olives and olive oil. Mashed kūmara, canned salmon and a beaten egg mix together well and can be shaped to make easy patties, which can be pan-fried or baked in the oven for an easy weekend brunch or meal.