This article addresses the common challenge parents face in getting their children to eat enough vegetables. It highlights statistics about children's vegetable consumption and offers practical tips and pledges to encourage healthier eating habits. Strategies include sensory play, making vegetables a part of conversations, and seeking expert support through programs like Simply Veg's Launch into Veg.
Does your child dodge their carrots and flat out refuse to try their broccoli? You’re not alone. According to Simply Veg, an initiative which encourages people to eat more veg, nearly half of parents struggle to get their kids to eat vegetables. And a third of children eat less than one portion a day. They are now calling on families to take one of their Simply Veg Pledges for 2025. These range from eating more veggies to reducing food waste.
1. Don’t panic If your child says ‘no’ to their veg, try not to get stressed. If it ends up in a row, this could make things worse. Don’t give up, and instead keep offering a range of vegetables. Sometimes it just takes time and repeated exposure for your child to start eating them. Try this Veg Selector to work out what your child likes , and vegetables they are more likely to try.
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