The guidelines are focused on: • increasing the amount of vegetables and fruits offered in child care; • shifting toward the use of whole grain foods; • offering nutritious protein foods; • encouraging the use of healthy fats; • ensuring children are offered food sources of calcium at every meal and snack; and, • reducing the availability of highly processed foods. [...] The Canada’s Food Guide snapshot provides a visual reminder of the recommended proportions of food at meals and snacks - half the plate is vegetables and fruits, with whole grain foods and protein foods making up the rest of the plate. [...] If accessing foods that meet the guidelines is a challenge, child care providers are encouraged to work with the Child Care Services Consultant in their region, who can also reach out to the Regional Nutritionist to discuss these concerns and determine how to provide the most nutritious foods and beverages available to the children. [...] Calcium is added to fortify the soy beverage, and it tends to sink to the bottom of the container, so you need to shake the container to mix the calcium back into the liquid. [...] Foods to offer Foods not to offer • See other guidelines for details on foods and • See other guidelines for details on foods and beverages to offer.
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