6–11 years
Fuelling learning, activity and healthy body composition
Bone formation continues through school years
Supports concentration and academic performance
Critical for thyroid function and cognition
Boosts iron absorption and immune defence
Supports cell growth and DNA synthesis
| Food Group | Servings/Day |
|---|---|
| Grains | 5–6 |
| Vegetables | 2 cups |
| Fruits | 1.5 cups |
| Protein | 4–5 oz |
| Dairy | 2.5 cups |
Traditional ragi ladoos packed with calcium, iron, and healthy fats. A beloved Indian superfood snack.
Calories
145 kcal
Calcium
85mg
Iron
1.8mg
Protein
3g
A quick, balanced lunchbox meal combining iron from spinach and eggs with complex carbs from whole wheat roti.
Calories
285 kcal
Protein
15g
Iron
4.2mg
Vitamin C
30mg
A nutrient-dense dal combining spinach and lentils to support iron intake and prevent anemia.
Calories
190 kcal
Iron
4mg
Protein
8g
Folate
90mcg
A quick gram flour pancake packed with plant protein and iron, ideal for breakfast or snacks.
Calories
220 kcal
Protein
10g
Iron
2.8mg
A protein-rich traditional Indian preparation made from roasted gram flour, ideal for energy and weight gain.
Calories
200 kcal
Protein
9g
Iron
2mg
A high-protein paneer scramble supporting growth and bone development in children.
Calories
260 kcal
Protein
14g
Calcium
250mg
A nutrient-dense chickpea salad combining non-haem iron with vitamin C — following WHO guidance that vitamin C consumed at the same meal significantly enhances iron absorption.
Calories
240 kcal
Iron
4.5mg
Protein
11g
Vitamin C
45mg
A complete-protein breakfast using eggs — identified by WHO and ICMR as a highly bioavailable protein source critical for linear growth and cognitive development in school-age children.
Calories
220 kcal
Protein
14g
Iron
2.5mg
Vitamin B12
1.2mcg
A whole wheat flatbread with fresh fenugreek leaves — methi is one of the richest plant sources of iron and folate as per ICMR RDA tables, critical for preventing anaemia.
Calories
175 kcal
Iron
3.2mg
Folate
75mcg
Fibre
4g