As a parent, feeding your child is not simply meeting their physical requirements, it can be an act of nurturance and love. When your child is experiencing distress, whether physical or emotional, doctors and therapists alike will advise you to ensure your child eats healthy. As helpful as this advice may seem, any parent knows this is easier said than done.
We all struggle with healthy eating; however, episodes of unhealthy eating can become habits. Many processed foods are engineered to deliver strong responses in our desire to eat (even more of) them! Encouraging children to eat healthy foods can be a challenge, but it is important for their overall health and well-being. Here are some tips to help you and your child eat healthy foods:
Lead by Example
Children often model the behavior of their parents, so it is important to set a good example by eating healthy foods yourself. Stock the house with healthy food for everybody so your child sees you’re making the effort as well.
Make Healthy Foods Fun
Involve your Child in Meal Planning
Use Moderation
It’s important to educate your child on the importance of eating healthy. Model for your child the mindset that eating healthy is a piece of the puzzle to keep their entire body healthy. If you need support in creating a healthy diet in your child’s life, connect with us today!
