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The unhealthiest hour of the day for young children revealed in new study

Children tend to snack on sugary foods immediately after daycare, study finds

The hour after children are picked up from day care is the least nutritious, according to a new study. Parents tend to give their children sugary and salty snacks, missing an opportunity to establish healthy habits. Researchers found children consume about 20% of their calories during that time, and 22% of their added sugar intake.

Researchers find excess calories are given to children at school pick-up

If busy parents want to try a small change that might make a big difference, consider stocking the car with veggie sticks, cheese, fruit slices, and drinks like water or milk.

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