Q&A: MILO nutrition
Ever wondered about the nutritional benefits of MILO? We put questions from our readers to Michelle McCracken, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and nutritionist at Nestlé .
Essential nutrition for growing kids
Growing kids need a variety of nutrients to meet their body's needs. MILO with milk can help deliver those essential nutrients in a nourishing beverage for kids that need a nutritional boost.
The essential nutrients in MILO
MILO with milk is a nutritious formulated supplementary food. It’s packed with essential nutrients - which gives your kids a powerful nutritional boost to get them through their day.
5 tips to get the kids up and moving
Improve their wellbeing by getting the kids up and moving. The key to encouraging kids to increase their activity is to find ways to make it fun.
How to motivate your family to be active
Motivating your family to get up and get moving can not only help your wellbeing, it can also stengthen family bonds.
Swimming Lessons Save Lives
Swimming lessons are an important part of water safety. Find out why learning to swim is the best way to keep kids safe from drowning.
Best breakfast nutrition for growing kids
After going 10-12 hours overnight without food, children's energy reserves are low and their bodies and perhaps more importantly their brains, need fuel
Kale Salad with Roasted vegetables and Herbs Roasted Chicken
Roast veges, herb roasted chicken, cheese and kale all mixed together with a hint of lemon...mmm
Tomato & Cherry Kale Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Quick and easy this salad is perfect for sharing at BBQ's and family dinners.
The right sport for your child
Finding the right sport for your child can be challenging, and often you'll need to stop and start a few along the way.
After school nutrition for your sporty child
Children need to refuel correctly after expelling so much energy, the best thing to offer is a nutritious snack. The 30 minutes directly after exercise is when our bodies are most receptive to refuelling...
Spinach, Almond Milk & Banana Smoothie
Lookng for the perfect green smoothie recipe? This one is green, dairy free and delicious!
The slacker’s sport your kids NEED to try
Find out about a great DIY sport your kids will love - even the slackers (excuse the pun!)
Why children need to play sport
Signing your child up for a team sport will do a lot more than get them moving – it can arm them with some valuable skills.
Rugby Union
Rugby Union is a great sport that boys and girls can play to keep fit in all seasons. Learn more about the rules and how to join a league.
How to throw a Frisbee
Throwing a Frisbee is so much fun. Your children will enjoy throwing and running after the Frisbee. This is a great activity to keep the kids busy.
How to make a kite
Nothing beats flying a kite – except making one with your kids! Make a kite that really flies, this fun winter art and craft activity for kids will get them out of the winter blues and keep them active!
All you need is a tree
Let the kids have some outdoor fun by getting into nature. All you need is a sturdy tree and adult supervision for these fun games.
Softball
Softball is a game that is traditionally a summer sport and can be played from around 5 years old
Athletics
Athletics is enjoyed in schools and clubs across New Zealand and incorporates a range of track and field disciplines.