Abstract
This article explores the significant impact of healthy eating on children’s development, emphasizing the role of nutrition in supporting cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being. By highlighting the importance of healthy eating habits from an early age, parents and caregivers can promote optimal growth and development in children
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