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Balanced meals for growing children

Track your child's growth, plan school lunch boxes, handle picky eaters, and ensure balanced nutrition for kids of all ages β€” with Indian food recommendations parents actually use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein does a growing child need in India?
ICMR recommends: 1–3 years: 12.5g/day, 4–6 years: 16.7g/day, 7–9 years: 23.3g/day, 10–12 years: 32–34g/day. Good Indian sources include milk, curd, paneer, eggs, dal, and chicken. Our Teen Nutrition Calculator gives age-specific targets.
What should I pack in my child's school lunch box?
A balanced tiffin includes a grain (roti/paratha/rice), a protein (dal/egg/paneer), a vegetable, and a fruit. Ideas: stuffed paratha + curd, idli-sambar, veg pulao + raita, or moong dal chilla with chutney. Avoid packaged chips, biscuits, and juice boxes. Our School Lunch Box Planner generates weekly menus.
My child is a picky eater. How do I ensure good nutrition?
Try sneaking nutrition: add grated vegetables to parathas, blend spinach into dal, make beetroot rotis, or add powdered nuts to milkshakes. Offer new foods alongside accepted ones without pressure. It can take 10–15 exposures before a child accepts a new food. Our Picky Eater Meal Ideas tool gives creative recipes.
When should I introduce solid foods to my baby?
WHO and IAP (Indian Academy of Pediatrics) recommend starting complementary foods at 6 months while continuing breastfeeding. Start with single-ingredient purees: dal water, mashed banana, rice cereal, or ragi porridge. Our Baby Food Introduction Guide provides a month-by-month plan.
Is my child's weight and height normal for their age?
Use WHO growth charts (for under 5) or IAP charts (for Indian children 5–18). A child between the 3rd and 97th percentile is generally normal. Our Child Growth Calculator plots your child on these charts and flags any concerns that should be discussed with a pediatrician.
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