Family Meals and Meal Planning

Young kids can learn a lot about food through family meals by watching their parents and learning to eat what they eat. Family meals will usually include more vegetables and fruits than fast food and meals at restaurants. Meal planning may result in meals being more balanced leading to less mindless snacking. Picky eaters may be more likely to try new foods at mealtime when eating with others. Involving others in choosing and preparing meals may increase the chance they will try new foods.