Top 5 Best Nigerian Foods To Feed Your Child

When it comes to nourishing our little ones, nothing beats offering nutrient-dense foods. Luckily, Nigerian local foods contain essential nutrients that are vital for children's growth and overall well-being.

We all want our children to flourish, and that starts with providing them with the right nutrients. From iron for a robust immune system and sharp brain function to vitamin A for great vision and strong immune health, to protein for steady growth and healthy fats for their developing brains.

Let’s explore 5 yummy Nigerian foods that not only taste great but also ensure your child gets the nutrients they need from their meals:

Avocado: Avocados are rich in healthy fats crucial for optimal brain development. You want smart children? Incorporate healthy fats into their meals.

Avocado smoothie

Recipe:

1 small ripe avocado
4 pieces of nuts (almond/cashew/peanut)
2 pieces of dates
1 cup of milk/yogurt Blend all ingredients for a creamy, nutritious treat.

Eggs: Eggs are packed with 13 essential vitamins and minerals vital for your child's growth and development. From iron to prevent anaemia to protein for muscle-building and brain-boosting choline and healthy fats, eggs are indeed nutrient packed.

Ways to serve:

Scrambled eggs
Omelettes
Boiled eggs
Fried eggs

Potatoes: Don't underestimate the nourishing power of potatoes! It's a fantastic source of potassium for strong muscles and fibre for smooth digestion.

Ways to serve

Mashed potatoes
Potato pancakes
Potato porridge

Yogurt: Not just a tasty snack, yogurt is packed with calcium for strong bones, protein for muscle growth, and healthy fats for brain development.

Recipe

Plain yogurt
Chia seeds
Fruit of choice

Scoop some yogurt into a clean cup and serve with fruits of choice and sprinkle some chia seeds

Jadens Natural Cereals: AugustSecrets Jadens Natural Cereals are a game-changer for busy health-conscious parents. Made with real African food ingredients, they are homemade-style cereals and snacks Fortified with vitamin A for extra nourishment.

Below are the four variants of Jadens Natural Cereals tailored to meet your child's nutritional needs:

Jadens Mixagrain: Multigrain Rice and Potato Cereal

Jadens Nuttymeal: Multigrain Soya and Nuts

Jadens Fruitamil: Oats, Rice and Fruits Cereal

Jadens Fussypops: Instant Oats Cookie-Cereal

They are great for healthy weight gain, building strong immunity, and offer creative solutions to picky eaters.

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AugustSecrets Nigeria Ltd, is a foremost fast-growing child nutrition brand on a mission to help parents raise healthier children and families with homegrown solutions; in this case, African superfoods.

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