They say that the best way to teach your child healthy habits it by teaching them when they’re young. This can go for making their bed, learning their manners and eating correctly.
Zonya Foco, a dietitian and author ofLickety-Split Meals for Health Conscious People on the Go gives Oprah.com some tips to making sure that children are getting the nutrition that they need for their growing bodies.
-Be a role model
From what you are eating and the activities your practice, your actions speak louder than words.
-Make food fun
Play a game with your kids and call “spinach” something like “giraffe leaves.” Zonya says
-Don’t reward with candy
Encouraging kids to eat two pieces of fruit a day instead of candy is a great way to establish a healthy habit for life.
- Try new fruits and vegetables
Kiwi, star fruit, acorn squash and other more exotic items from your produce aisle are fun ways to get kids to eat healthy.
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