Family fitness makeover

Five-a-day the kid-friendly way!

We all know that eating more fruit and veg is supposed to help stave off some of the deadliest diseases, so it makes sense that they should figure large in the family's daily intake. Here are some truly appetising ideas that you'll all enjoy:

Make some non-alcoholic fruit punch:
Try orange and cranberry juice with fizzy water; banana and kiwi liquidised with apple juice; or grape and prune juice (go easy on the prune!) with sugar-free lemonade. Add crushed ice and a slice or two of fruit to garnish.

Whizz up a smoothie
Utilise the food processor or liquidiser for a delicious breakfast treat: you can pour it over muesli instead of milk or just drink it straight.

Roasted veg
It makes a perfect accompaniment to pasta - and it's great for you, too! They're so sweet and delicious that the kids won't even realise they're eating vegetables!

Try some warm salads:
Steamed chicken with mushrooms; lean ribbons of steak and grilled tomatoes; chunks of grilled lamb fillet with mint and mustard dressing - all served on a bed of salad leaves - delicious and healthy!

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