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Childhood Obesity Crisis: Expert Reveals Breakfast Mistakes and Solutions for Kids' Cognitive Health
Expert Warns Against Sugary Breakfasts for Children, Advocates for "Brain Food" Madrid, Spain – In a recent segment of the popular radio show "Las Mañanas KISS," nutrition expert Pablo Ojeda delivered a crucial message to parents regarding children's breakfast habits and their impact on cognitive development. Ojeda highlighted the critical link between what children eat today and their long-term development, emphasizing the concept of "Brain Food" – neuro-healthy nutrition essential for young minds. "The child what he eats today is the development he will have tomorrow," Ojeda stated, explaining that a breakfast high in sugar, such as many common cereals, can lead to a significant drop in blood sugar (hypoglycemia) by midday. "At 12 in the morning, they will have a drop, a hypoglycemia, which will make them much hungrier and they will look for other types of food," he warned. Instead, he advised parents to provide a substantial and satisfying breakfast, ensuring children are satiated before school, and to offer healthy snacks like fruit or a handful of nuts (hazelnuts, pistachios, cashews) as a mid-morning "tentempié." The discussion also touched upon the growing concern of childhood obesity, a topic previously covered by the show. Ojeda suggested that the return to school presents an opportune moment to introduce healthier habits, including involving children more in the cooking process. He cited an experiment in Japan where increased child participation in cooking significantly reduced childhood obesity rates. Furthermore, Ojeda challenged common fears surrounding dietary fats, asserting, "Parents, you don't have to be afraid of fats. Healthy fats are good for memory, for concentration." He also defended the inclusion of dairy in children's diets, stating, "Dairy in children is very positive for their development." The expert's advice underscores the importance of balanced nutrition for children's physical and cognitive well-being.
