Top ten tips for veggie kids

1. Include as many dark green vegetables in the diet as you can.

2. Don't over do it with fibre

3. Have plenty of milk and cheese for calcium and protein but don't have cheese every meal time : )

4. Remember nuts and seeds are full of goodness and should be included in the diet. Nut butters, whole and ground nuts.

Whole nuts and peanuts shouldn't be given to children under 5 years old, as they can choke on them. You can give your baby nuts and peanuts from around 6 months old, as long as they're crushed, ground or a smooth nut or peanut butter.

If there's a history of food allergies or other allergies in your family, talk to your GP or health visitor before introducing nuts and peanuts.

See more on food allergies in babies and young children.

5. Fortified breakfast cereal are a useful basic to have every day and provide a source of vitamin B12 and iron

6. Offer plant based protein at two meals of the day such as beans and lentils.

7. Remember to consider if a supplement is needed

8. Create a menu and plan in advance so you don't get caught out with nothing to eat

9. Boost iron absorption with vitamin C foods

10. Experiment with different flavours, herbs and cooking techniques for vegetables.

Content Sourced and provided by our in-house Paediatric Dietician, Rebecca Weeks