Covid-19: Children in Northern Ireland 'eating less healthily'

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A new campaign is launched in Northern Ireland to encourage healthier eating after lockdown.

Lesleyanne McAreavey, pictured with Kade and Kali, said she struggled with the lack of routine at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic

"He'd lost his football practice, after-school activities and everything else that he was used to," Lesleyanne McAreavey told BBC News NI.Ms McAreavey is mother to her son Kade and baby Kali, who was born during lockdown."I did notice we became a bit more lax during lockdown," she said. "But I was really trying to stick with healthier snacks for Luke like natural yoghurt and honey or veg and dips," she said.

"He was happy with healthy treats and snack. It was me bringing in the rubbish like crisps, chocolate and biscuits into the house because I felt bad that he was stuck at home and not able to play with his friends.Now every week her family tries to incorporate a new piece of fruit in their diets. Dr McGloin said many children did not need treats and instead "just want a bit more of your time and attention".

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