Tag: Positive parenting

According to UNICEF, it can take 10 to 15 exposures or more for a child to accept and enjoy a new food. Shifting a child's perspective on food requires patience and a shift away from pressure-filled mealtimes towards a positive and exploratory approach.

According to a study published in the *International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity*, experiential learning approaches are among the most effective strategies for teaching healthy eating to primary school students. Rather than focusing on negative effects, educators should offer delicious and healthy food alternatives to foster a positive relationship with food from a young age.