What our training offers
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Information about cultural foods and festivals
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Knowledge of nutritionally complete meals
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Discover how to promote better eating habits among Minority Ethnic children
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Develop knowledge of cultural diets and family eating patterns
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Understand how diets, food and lifestyle can impact health outcomes for children
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Learn more about the government's initiatives to reduce childhood obesity among Minority Ethnic communities
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Strengthen health partnerships between local schools, catering companies and local health authorities
Healthy Eating and Cultural Diet Training for School Teachers and Lunch Time Assistants
Time: 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes (virtual training)
Session plan:
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The importance of nutrition and healthy eating tailored to Minority Ethnic groups
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Essential nutrients and the Eatwell Guide
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Healthy meal and snack Ideas
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Vegetarian, vegan and pescatarian diets
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Cultural and dietary requirements, including halal, kosher and Jain diets
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Practical solutions
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The future good health of children: healthy school meal trays
Resources:
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Digital handouts to support knowledge on healthy eating, vitamins and minerals and behaviour change
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Recipe cards to support easy meals, budget meals and cultural meals