Sadly, but true - the majority of children will always prefer fast food, sweets and soda to healthy food in the form of vegetables and fruits. However, there are several techniques through which you can eventually instill in your child a love for healthy foods. Formation of correct eating habits from an early age is a very important factor that will subsequently help to avoid overeating, excess weight and many related diseases.
How to train to eat vegetables
1. Always keep several types of vegetables in the refrigerator and try to complement them with almost every meal. Do not give up, even if the child refuses at first. Rono or later he will taste and taste.
2. Many children are very fond of crunching something - offer them vegetables, it can be sweet bell peppers or juicy carrots. Complement the dish with a dip made from natural yogurt and herbs, in which you need to dip strips of vegetables - it will turn out delicious and interesting.
3. Potatoes, despite the large amount of carbohydrates in it, are a very healthy vegetable. Cook it several times a week in different variations: puree, casserole, or plain boiled.
4. Add vegetables to your usual rice and pasta dishes, make vegetable-filled pies (kishi) or veggie pizza.
5. Arrange family meals and be a role model yourself - enjoy eating and praising vegetables.
How to train to eat fruit
1. The simplest trick is to buy a variety of fruits and put them in a vase in the kitchen or dining room. Some fruits can be peeled and cut into slices, so the child will be more tempted to taste it.
2. Be sure to give your child 1-2 fruits with you to school - something that is not eaten at home can be eaten with appetite at a big break.
3. Periodically make cocktails and smoothies with fresh berries and fruits - offer them to your child and drink yourself. Such drinks are much tastier and healthier than box juices and, moreover, sweet carbonated water.
