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Busy parents know how tricky it is to get kids eating healthily so here are six easy swaps suggested by nutritionist Dr Sarah Brewer.

Instead of highly processed nuggets with high sugar and fats serve up simple, healthy chicken drumsticks.

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CHICKEN NUGGETS FOR CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

Almost half of breakfast cereals contain a third of the maximum sugar intake for children. Swap for porridge or healthy choices like Weetabix or Shreddies.

2

BREAKFAST CEREALS FOR PORRIDGE

These popular snacks contain lots of salt and fat. Try homemade popcorn which has just one ingredient - corn kernels.

3

CRISPS AND CHIPS FOR POPCORN

Healthy pizza made with a wholemeal base and plenty of fresh veggies such as peppers, onions, mushrooms and olives are a great alternative to frozen or takeaway versions.

4

READY-MADE PIZZA FOR DIY PIZZA WRAP

Shop bought cakes and sweet treats have emulsifying chemicals. Instead make homemade lollies using fruit and fruit juice and also healthy flapjacks.

5

ICE CREAM & CAKES FOR JUICY LOLLIES & FLAPJACKS

Kids aged 4 to 10 drink the equivalent of almost half a bathtub of sugary drinks each year. Swap for homemade smoothies, packed with healthy ingredients.

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FIZZY DRINKS FOR SMOOTHIES