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Fatty and sugary foods This group includes spreading fats (such as butter), cooking oils, sugar, biscuits, cakes, crisps, sweets, chocolate, cream and ice-cream and sugary drinks. These foods shouldn't be eaten too often; when they are, they should only be consumed in small amounts. They're loaded in calories, fat and sugar, but don't contain many vitamins and minerals. In addition, sugary foods and drinks (including fruit juice) can significantly contribute to dental decay. Try to limit the amount of sugar and sweets eaten. If they are eaten, offer them at the end of a meal rather than in between. Some sugar-free or diet drinks can also cause decay because of their acidity. Milk or water are the best drinks between meals. Nutritional considerations Although growth is slower than in infancy or early childhood, school-aged children still have high nutritional needs, but fairly small appetites. Therefore, it's crucial that all meals and snacks are...

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