Getting kids to eat healthy is about as simple as getting an elephant to jump rope in roller skates, maybe even harder. But as parents, it’s our job to make sure they know how to make healthy eating decisions so they don’t grow up to become obese and riddles with diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
The good news is, as a parent, you (not mainstream advertisers) have the most influence on the eating habits of your kids. And, while it won’t be simple to get them to make healthy eating choices all on their own, it can be done.
Here are 5 sure shot ways to develop healthy habits in your children:
Watch the Salt and Sugar
It’s incredibly important that you make sure the foods you’re feeding your baby and toddler in those early stages do not contain a lot of sugar and …show more content…
While it may be easier to pack a small baggie of chips or cookies or candy in their lunchbox or sports bag, the amount of empty calories in these foods is staggering.
It only takes a little bit of time each night to slice and dice up some fruit for a homemade fruit cup, or carrot and celery sticks with a bit of hummus for a perfect afternoon snack. You can also get in the habit of preparing a fruit and veggie combo smoothie and leave it in the fridge. When your kids get home from school, they can grab it and drink it while doing their homework.
Get Kids Involved
Developing healthy habits in your kids will require you make them a part of the decision-making process instead of forcing these habits on them. Your kids will love to accompany you to the grocery store or farmer’s market and help you shop for healthy foods. They will also want to help you in the kitchen from time-to-time. Not only is this a great bonding experience but a chance for you to teach them some healthy recipes that can begin making on their own when they get a little
The good news is, as a parent, you (not mainstream advertisers) have the most influence on the eating habits of your kids. And, while it won’t be simple to get them to make healthy eating choices all on their own, it can be done.
Here are 5 sure shot ways to develop healthy habits in your children:
Watch the Salt and Sugar
It’s incredibly important that you make sure the foods you’re feeding your baby and toddler in those early stages do not contain a lot of sugar and …show more content…
While it may be easier to pack a small baggie of chips or cookies or candy in their lunchbox or sports bag, the amount of empty calories in these foods is staggering.
It only takes a little bit of time each night to slice and dice up some fruit for a homemade fruit cup, or carrot and celery sticks with a bit of hummus for a perfect afternoon snack. You can also get in the habit of preparing a fruit and veggie combo smoothie and leave it in the fridge. When your kids get home from school, they can grab it and drink it while doing their homework.
Get Kids Involved
Developing healthy habits in your kids will require you make them a part of the decision-making process instead of forcing these habits on them. Your kids will love to accompany you to the grocery store or farmer’s market and help you shop for healthy foods. They will also want to help you in the kitchen from time-to-time. Not only is this a great bonding experience but a chance for you to teach them some healthy recipes that can begin making on their own when they get a little