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Jenny Benjamin on a software programme that can help early years settings to plan a balanced diet for children in their care We all know that lifelong habits, both good and bad, have their roots in the pre-school years. We constantly discuss the development of social skills, cognitive ability and self-esteem, but we often forget that the behaviour patterns that begin at this time also include habits to do with food.

We all know that lifelong habits, both good and bad, have their roots in the pre-school years. We constantly discuss the development of social skills, cognitive ability and self-esteem, but we often forget that the behaviour patterns that begin at this time also include habits to do with food.

Professional carers have an important role to play in setting children off on the road to healthy eating, but they need help if they are to do the job properly. To this end, the Caroline Walker Trust, a charity dedicated to improving public health through good food, has devised CHOMP, a computer programme that enables carers to plan balanced menus that are also appetising and affordable.

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