Don\u2019t Sacrifice Flavor<\/h2>\n\n\n
Thanks to herbs and spices, healthy foods don\u2019t need to be bland. Most herbs and spices are low in calories but high in other essential nutrients. Use garlic powder, pepper, cilantro, and cinnamon as enticing kid-friendly toppings. This can be a deal-changer for kids who don’t like the flavor of healthy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n
A staggering 40 percent<\/a> of children’s and adolescents\u2019 daily calories come from added sugars and solid fats, which pack in the flavor without nutritional value. When your kids enjoy well-seasoned, healthy, home-cooked food, they\u2019re less likely to consume junk foods full of sodium, sugars, and fats.<\/p>\n\n\n To really get your children interested in healthy cooking and eating, invite them to join you in the kitchen. When kids help cook meals, they feel a sense of pride in the finished product. They\u2019re far more likely to give a new healthy food a try with this positive association in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n Allow children to perform age-appropriate tasks in the kitchen. Older kids can learn to chop vegetables while younger kids can help pour and stir. Cooking with your children<\/a> is a great bonding experience that teaches them lifelong healthy eating skills.<\/p>\n\n\n You know your children\u2019s health depends on a healthy, balanced diet, so begin experimenting with ways to get them interested in healthy foods. Sometimes, it takes just a few simple steps to bust the vegetable barrier. With practice, you\u2019ll be feeding your children the building blocks they need while teaching them lifelong healthy eating habits.<\/p>\n\n\nGet Them Involved<\/h2>\n\n\n
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