What your kids eat really does matter. The things they put in their bodies shape their day and life. So what are some important nutrients for kids? Read on to find out.

Vitamin A
It is essential for eyesight, color sight, night vision, and an immune system boost against infection.
Try: carrots, orange fruits and vegetables, fortified milks, cantaloupe, sweet potato

B Vitamins
It makes and uses energy and helps create red blood cells to move oxygen throughout the body.
Try: whole grains, fish, chicken, meat, leafy greens, dairy

Vitamin C
It helps fight infections and heal scrapes and cuts.
Try: oranges, orange juice, strawberries, tomatoes, cantaloupe, sweet red peppers

Vitamin D
It helps build strong bones and teeth through calcium.
Try: fortified milk, cereal, tuna, eggs

Choline
It is important for cell structure and speeds nervous system messages to the body.
Try: eggs, fish, beef, chicken, broccoli

Iron
It pumps blood in the body and transports oxygen.
Try: lean meat, beans, dark leafy greens, iron-fortified cereal

Magnesium
It is important for energy production and is the building blocks of the body’s cells.
Try: bran cereal, brown rice, tofu, beans, almonds and other nuts

Potassium
It is good for blood pressure and keeps the heart pumping and muscles contracting during playtime or sports.
Try: banana, sweet potato, white beans, skim milks, low-fat yogurt

Zinc
It helps fend off colds, fight viruses and germs, and produce protein and DNA.
Try: chicken, beans, fortified breakfast cereal

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