Give that Kid Some Kale! 7 Ways to Turn Your Picky Eater into a Little Foodie

Picky eating is something most parents will face. All toddlers have a certain amount of pickiness, and a predilection for carbs, sugar, and fat. In part this too is biologic: these types of foods pack the most caloric punch per bite, and our kids need all the energy they can get. Not only are they growing, but their bodies lose heat faster than adults. And their little digestive systems can't wring as much nutrition from fiber-rich foods as we do. Social factors play a role as well. Just as your tot is experimenting with saying no and exerting her will, so, too, will she test the power dynamic at the dinner table. If I whine about not liking something, will my parents make me eat it? How will they make me? Will they withhold dessert? Even the best of eaters will throw down the gauntlet, just to see what happens and how great a reaction their behavior can create. So what can you do if you've got a picky eater at your table? Click below for 7 tips that will help you out. - By Brian Gresko

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