The importance of nutrition for children

  • Nutrition is very important for everyone, but it is especially important for children because it is directly linked to all aspects of their growth and development; factors which will have direct ties to their level of health as adults. For example, a child with the right balance of omega fatty acids in their daily diet has a much better chance at creating a more solid foundation for their brain activity and capabilities later on.

  • You will also help promote a better quality of life if you instill proper nutrition trends in your children. It will allow them to partake in more activities and with greater enjoyment. People with high levels of health also consistently report that they enjoy elevated feelings of wellness and well-being. As part of this, children are also able to fight off colds with improved efficiency with the support of proper nutrition. 

  • And this brings up a vital point in communication with your children: You should always be on the lookout for different ways to make solid connections for your children. You can picture it in your mind like a web diagram, connecting major points with a line for your children to better understand issues. If you actually explain to your child that they won’t have to suffer through those nasty colds nearly as much if they maintain healthy diet.

  • Another huge reason why nutrition is so important for children is because they simply don’t know enough on their own to naturally choose to eat well. Unfortunately, the foods and snacks that taste the best are usually the worst for our bodies, and a child left to their on whim will almost always choose junk food over fruits and vegetables.

CY Herbia




Come and get lost in the ONLY hedge maze in Cyprus!

Over 600 m of twisting paths in between tall hedges, take you to another dimension, CAN YOU FIND YOUR WAY OUT - 2000 square metres of 'green' fun for all the family.

We all know that herbs are good for you.

We would love to inform you personally about the use of herbs in everyday life, so feel free to ask!

At Cyherbia you can let sight and smell take you into the wonderful world of herbs in their natural environment, enjoy a cup of herbal tea especially brewed for you, custom-made to meet your needs.

We have a selection of pure essential oils of the highest quality, potpourri which will make your house smell just like our garden, and of course dried herbs which can be used as tea and in cooking. As each herb has medicinal properties, you can choose the herbs that suit your individual needs.
Opening Hours
April 1st - October 31st
Wed - Fri 9:00 - 14:00
Sat - Sunday 9:00 - 18:00

November 1st - March 31st
Wed - Fri 10:00 - 14:00
Sat - Sun 10:00 - 16:30

Closed Mon Tue

World of science Archimedes Museum



“ARCHIMEDES” is an educational playground, with games inspired by the inventions of Archimedes and the ancient machines. There are 21 games/machines for children between the ages of 5 and 105 years old. They are based on European standards and were created after years of work and observation of similar establishments.

We aim to entertain, educate, and fuel a passion for science and technology. The visitor will be able to go through a laser maze, get lost in a mirror maze, pull a rope and lift himself up, build a bridge and walk over it, solve the “osteomachion” puzzle, fly a hot air balloon, play with 3D puzzles, and many more
Web: http://www.archimedesmuseum.com/

Inline Skate Clases






Inline Skate Classes, Limassol

Private Inline skate lessons for adults (Min age 14) - Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 pm. And 19:30 to 21:30. €45 for 75 minute class. Can be shared by up to three people, so only €15 per person. Additional members to the class €10 each.

Group classes for adults (Min age 14) - €10 per person for Limassol classes, €15 per person for Larnaca classes. Classes are 75 minute.

Childers private classes, 6 to 13 years old - Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 pm. And 19:30 to 21:30. €30 for 40 minute class. Can be shared with up to 2 children, so only €15 per child.


PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE START TIMES. YOU NEED TO ALLOW THIS TIME TO GET YOUR SKATES ON AND SAFETY PADS. FOR SAFETY, WE WILL NO LONGER BE ALLOWING LATE COMERS INTO LESSONS THAT HAVE ALREADY STARTED

We are open Mon-Sat, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tel 95508007

Deryneia Strawberry Festival 2014


When: Friday 30th May
Time: 7:30pm
Where: Anagennisi Stadium (on the Deryneia - Sotira road)
FREE Entrance 



The Mayor, the members of the City Council, the organising committee and the strawberry farmers of Deryneia invite you to the 9th Pancyprian Strawberry Festival,

Many activities including

  • Free strawberry ice cream for the children
  • Demonstrations cultivating strawberries in a greenhouse using hydroponics
  • A vast variety of strawberry products and preparations available
  • Kiosks selling a variety of strawberry products
  • Kiosks manned by the strawberry farmers distributing free strawberries, liqueur and fresh strawberry juice
  • Kids corner with face painting, crafts and children's activities
  • Stands with a variety of food, drinks and sweets such as hamburgers, kebabs, shetalies, kleftiko, koupes, corn on the cob, pizzas and more!

There will be music, dancing and other performances throughout the evening.

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