What are the best drinks for my child?
Milk and water are best for children and safest for their teeth. Milk provides important nutrients and, like water, will not encourage a sweet tooth. Full-fat cow's milk can be given from one year. At two years, semi-skimmed can be given if your child is eating well, and skimmed milk can be introduced after five years.
Pure fruit juice can be given with meals as it contains vitamin C which helps with iron absorption. However, it also contains sugars so frequent consumption can damage teeth. Many children drink juice in between meals, filling them up so they do not want to eat. It should be diluted very well and offered just once a day with meals.
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