Good nutrition containing sufficient amounts of carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and fibre plays an important role in the optimum growth and development of children both physically and mentally.  A well-balanced diet will allow the child to reach his/her full growth potential, perform well in school and maintain high energy levels.  Any gap in the intake of both macro and micro nutrients can significantly affect growth and immunity.  Therefore, it becomes all the more important to encourage children to have a good and a balanced nutrition