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Hey Mom, I'm Thirsty
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How much milk, fruit juice and sweet drinks such as soda or punch does your child get each day? You already know that too rnany sweet drinks aren’t good, but what about pure, natural fruit juice? Too much of a good thing may not be that good for your child.
How much juice should I give my child?
Limit Juice to 4 to 8 ounces daily.
This amount will meet your child's need for vitamin C.
Too much Juice may spoil your child’s appetite far other healthy foods needed for proper growth.
Too much juice can cause diarrhea or make your child overweight
What can I give my child in place of juice?
Give your child three servings of milk daily.
Children are more likely to drink milk with meals.
Rather than letting your child fill up on juice or sweet drinks between meals, offer water more often.
What if my child wants juice instead of water?
If your child asks for juice or sweet drinks, offer a choice of milk or water instead.
If both are refused, firmly tell your child that these are the choices.
You control what your child is offered. Children will drink water if they get thirsty.
How can I get my child to drink less juice and more water?
Dilute juice with water.
Mix Juice with seltzer water in place of soda.
Serve water in a sports bottle or in your child's favorite cup with a straw.
Offer water flavored with a bit of fresh lemon or lime.
Keep a colorful container of water in the refrigerator.
Set the example. Drink water with your child.
Some health and safety tips.
Drinking juice, milk or sweet drinks from a bottle can cause your child's front teeth to decay.
Use a cup to prevent serious dental problems.
Cans of imported juice may contain lead Unpasteurized juice can make your child sick. Buy pasteurized juice that is packaged in the U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
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