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protein options that are appropriate for young eaters, and it can definitely be more work for families. Par- ents are becoming increasingly knowledgeable about how food choices influence overall health - not just for themselves, but their kids, too. If youre looking for ideas to help you feed your child in line with your own plant-based food values, consider these tips from the experts at Gerber: Incorporate plenty of color. Be sure youre feed- ing your little one a rainbow of color representing a variety of foods, including whole grains, legumes, fruits, veggies, meats and fish. Offering your toddler lots of colorful foods makes it appealing to the eyes, but all those colors also represent diverse nutrients for healthy growth and development. Layer legumes with other ingredients. Give meals an added protein punch by incorporating mild-flavored beans with other, stronger flavors like berries. For example, Gerber Plant-tastic Organic Pouch Banana Berry & Veggie Smash with Oats is made with banana, berries, spinach, purple carrots, chickpeas and oats with two grams of plant protein and a full serving of fruits and vegetables. Keep serving favorites. Offering new foods along with familiar favorites can help young children accept
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the new foods. It can take up to 10 times for baby to accept a new food, according to Casares, so dont give up. Eating a variety of familiar foods and new additions throughout the week can also help little ones accept diverse options more readily. Plan nutritious snacks. Meals arent the only time to focus on good nutrition. Smart snacks that are developmentally and nutritionally appropriate play an important role in your toddlers overall diet. Remember dessert counts, too. You may not think desserts and nutrition fit together, but you can actually pour some good-for-you goodness into special occasions. Think berries, bananas and other naturally sweet ingredients for sorbets and smoothies, and keep in mind there are plenty of dessert-friendly ways to incorporate extra protein, such as nut butters or Greek yogurt. Prep for easy access. Just like adults, kids are likely to nibble on whats easy. Keep plant-based options readily available and prepared so theyre the irst options little ones reach for when they're hungry. Choosing healthy, plant-based options is easy if thats whats available.
Source: Family Features Editorial Syndicate
81%
of households with children include plant-based protein in meals and 40% of parents with children under 18 are incorporating more plant- based foods into their families' diets."
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