Cooking healthy meals that appeal to everyone when you are on a diet can be challenging, but it’s possible with some planning and creativity. Here are some tips to help you prepare a meal your kids will enjoy and teach them healthy habits along the way:
Get Your Kids Involved
Choose from one of the hundreds of recipes on our website and let them help with simple tasks like stirring or chopping (under supervision). Teaching kids to make meals colorful and vibrant will ensure they receive the nutrients they need while making the dish appetizing to eat.
Offer Customization
Make the same meal for your little ones as you are making for yourself, and add an extra side dish or two if needed. Exposing your children to the same foods you are eating will benefit them, and they may learn that they like different foods with their growing palette.
Choose Kid-Friendly Ingredients
Opt for ingredients that are RM-approved and liked by kids, such as chicken, fish, and familiar vegetables like bell peppers. You also don’t want to forget about the presentation! Kids are often more willing to try new foods if they look appealing, so use colorful ingredients and arrange them in fun shapes or patterns on the plate.
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Sarah Amon is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner who has worked in the medical field for over eight years. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governor’s University and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas in Arlington. She is a member of the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Before joining Red Mountain Weight Loss®, Sarah specialized in aesthetic medicine and treated patients in primary care. She also worked as a charge nurse on a cardiac unit for three years. Sarah loves helping others reach their weight loss goals and helping her patients adopt a healthier relationship with the foods they eat, ultimately leading to a healthier lifestyle. She also loves creating a trusting and encouraging environment for her patients.
