While it may be tempting to try to bribe or trick your child into eating more vegetables, research has shown that forcing your child to eat something can actually make picky eating behavior worse. Instead, try making your child’s experience with eating vegetables as positive, and low pressure, as possible. For example, try arranging vegetables in a fun way on your child’s plate, or get your child involved in preparing the vegetables at each meal. By getting your child involved and making it fun, you are more likely to get him/her excited about trying new vegetables and eating healthy in general. You can also try using healthy dips such as yogurt, hummus, or low-fat salad dressings to encourage your child to eat more vegetables or cut vegetables into fun shapes.
