If you are a parent who struggles to deal with fussy eating in one or more of your children then you are in excellent company. You are one of the thousands upon thousands of parents who fight this battle daily. It is incredibly common and it is NOT your fault.
If you are a parent who struggles to deal with fussy eating in one or more of your children then you are in excellent company. You are one of the thousands upon thousands of parents who fight this battle daily. It is incredibly common and it is NOT your fault.
If you are the parent of a child who is an amazing eater then we also say more power to you. My son is an amazing grubber but was (and is) an atrocious sleeper. You just take what you can get and love the bones off of these beautiful kiddos, right?
Regardless of how your child eats it is a good idea to know about the kind of foods that will fuel them best. In fact, it’s good to know for our own diets. After all, we are the ones that are on the ground keeping things moving every single day. We need to feel energised and healthy so that we can do our best for our children and indeed for ourselves.
We know about the importance of protein and green vegetables. We hear a lot about quinoa and healthy grains and we love a smashed avocado on our Instagram feed. But what if I told you that there were quite a few super healthy foods that don’t get the press that they deserve.
We are here to give them a little air time and share them with you. They might just put a spring in your step.
- Sardines. I am a massive fan of these when I'm on holidays but I just wouldn’t consider them in my weekly shopping back home. They are an excellent source of protein and they are believed to reduce inflammation which can have tonnes of health implications such as reducing swelling and pain. They are packed with Omega fats and Vitamin B12 too.
- Red Peppers. Many of us would automatically go for the green vegetables but did you know that red peppers have twice as much vitamin C as green ones do? They are also linked to helping fight Asthma. Blitz them into soups or sauces if you or your kids don’t enjoy them raw. Hummus is a great accompaniment if you do!
- Banana. I’ve heard parents say that their children “only eat bananas” in the fruit department but these guys pack a punch in terms of health benefits. They are packed with potassium which is great for growing bones. They also help us absorb other nutrients. Go Bananas!
- Dark Chocolate. Yes, we did just say chocolate and healthy in the same sentence. Where milk chocolate is full of fat and calories Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants. It has also been linked to helping patients suffering from Alzheimer.
- Harissa. This is a spice blend/paste that derives from Africa but is easily found. It can be used in sauces, rice dishes and to coat meat and vegetables. It has been known to reduce blood pressure and is full of Vitamin C. It also happens to be delicious!
Written by Tracey Quinn staff writer at Family Friendly HQ.
