A fun approach to teaching kids nutrition wisdom

Posted on by Alpesh Shah

For Pediatric doctors in NJ visit NJTopDocs.com(BPT) – As children across the country head back to school, life for families becomes a little more hectic. Just because days are busy, don’t let nutrition fall by the wayside. Teaching children nutritious eating habits now can mean a lifetime of health, plus it can be a lot of fun to eat, laugh and spend time together. “The more parents can do to involve children in the process, the decisions on what they are eating and where their food comes from, the better off they will be at helping them learn reverence and appreciation for food,” says Anni Daulter, professional cook, nutrition expert, and author of several books, including “The Organic Family Cookbook.” Here are some simple yet effective tips from Daulter to get your kids excited about nutrition and help them make good food choices: 1. Make mealtime special “In our fast-paced lives, we have somehow lost the concept that eating is not just about the actual food. It’s about the connection, the time spent enjoying every bite, laughing, talking and sharing. Our families need this time together,” Daulter says. Create a routine. Consider starting dinner at a similar time each night. Read More