Thursday 30 January 2014

Tricks to make food more appeasing to children

Tricks to make food more appeasing to children





As a mom, i have many experiences as to how testing it would be to give a wholesome food to my kid. It would be a real relief to any mom  if  kids consumes at least half of what is given to them. This is a daily challenge if you are working mom who runs on wheels in the mornings. Little plan and creativity is a must while designing food for children. Certain tricks and ideas might make this task easily done.


  • Use plates and bowls of different colors,, designs and shapes  to appease their eyes. Give them option as to which color or shape or design they would prefer for that day's meal. Stores are flooded with many options and choose some which suits your pocket. Make sure the colors and material are food grade.




  • Try to decorate any recipe using cherries, strawberries, nuts, dry fruits, choco chips, sauces,jams or fruits. Make them as interesting as possible that children should cry for more!! Browse the net for ideas or use your creativity.


  • If your child is reluctant to eat or drink anything, don't force and go for other alternative for that moment. Later,think over what can be done to make that item interesting to your kid. For instance, if your child doesn't show interest in drinking milk, change the current milk mix, opt for another brand or get another flavor or color of it or choose any other form like mixing with corn flakes of various flavors or something like that.
  • At dinner, don't put on cartoons or tv's and give a plate and spoon to them. Tell the kid interesting stories which make him forget about the food and also strengthen your bond of love.
  • Follow almost same timings  daily for meals so that the kid's body is tuned accordingly.  Erratic meal schedules can disturb hunger levels of anybody.
  • If you are opting for snacks in between meals, maintain minimum two hour gap between snack and meal. Also check that the snack is neither too heavy nor unhealthy. Opt for home made fresh food and avoid junk food.
  • Keep the menu interesting and add new recipes  often. Don't repeat the same recipe at least for a week and bore them.
  • Don't ponder too much if your kid misses a meal once a while. Compensate it with a fruit or an omelette  or a healthy homemade sandwich. Kids usually have wavering appetite till 5 years.
  • Consult your pediatrician and ask multivitamin syrups to provide all required nutrients to them and to increase their appetite. 

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