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How can I make sure my child is eating the right amount of fruits and vegetables?
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Start by setting a goal with your child. Make it realistic, but also challenging enough to keep them motivated. Talk about why eating plenty of fruits and vegetables is important for their health and wellbeing.2 Set up an environment that encourages healthy eating habits. Have fresh fruit and vegetables available in the home and at school or daycare.3 Encourage your child to try different fruits and vegetables. Let them pick out what they want from the grocery store and help them learn how to prepare them.4 Offer incentives when your child reaches their goals. Reward small successes along the way and let them know you are proud of their efforts.5 Ask questions to understand your child’s eating habits. Find out if they are eating more than usual during certain times of the day or week.6 Involve your child in meal planning. Get them involved in selecting meals that include plenty of fruits and vegetables.7 Create a family culture around healthy eating. Model healthy eating habits yourself and encourage everyone to eat together as a family.