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Fluids for Children.—Milk is the best drink for a growing
child. Skim milk is valuable if full milk cannot be spared. If any
other beverage is given let it be cocoa, and not tea or coffee. Water
should be given at dinner. Beer or spirits should never be given
except under medical advice in case of illness.
Cooking.—Not only choose the right material, but make it
digestible and appetising by proper cooking. Advice may be
sought from the Health Visitors, who will give you directions concerning
the preparation of cheap, nourishing dishes, which have all
been carefully selected for the purpose.