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| | From: healthdude0 (Original Message) | Sent: 10/2/2008 8:03 AM |
Six Food Mistakes Parents Make
1. Sending Children Out of the Kitchen
It is understandable that parents don't want children close to hot stoves, boiling water and sharp knives. But studies suggest that involving children in meal preparation is an important first step in getting them to try new foods.
2. Pressuring Them to Take a Bite
Demanding that a child eat at least one bite of everything is likely to backfire. Studies show that children react negatively when parents pressure them to eat foods, even if the pressure offers a reward.
3. Keeping "Good Stuff" Out of Reach
Parents worry that children will binge on treats, so they often put them out of sight or on a high shelf. But a large body of research shows that if a parent restricts a food, children just want it more.
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