mom31257 Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 I just wanted to share something I'm doing to get my kids eating healthier. It's also helping me be more aware of what I'm buying at the store. I put a list on the refrigerator each day (just a memo pad paper). I tally mark each fruit, vegetable, and whole grain serving. Then I tally mark each color category (blue/purple, green, white, red, yellow/orange). If they eat 5 fruits and vegetables, 3 whole grains, and at least 3 different colors during the day, they can have dessert after supper. I'm keeping ice cream and ready to bake cookies (pop a couple in the oven) on hand so that I don't have to cook a big dessert. I don't want lots around for my own temptation. They seem more eager to eat the veggies and I'm being careful to buy and plan more color into our meals. I found a list of fruits and vegetables by color that has been very helpful. Here it is: http://www.5aday.org/html/consumers/track.php It's the second page of the first chart to track by color. Amy 11yo dd 4yo ds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 Great idea. I'm glad that it is working for you (and them)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 I think I might add that to our school/chore list for each child! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom31257 Posted April 22, 2008 Author Share Posted April 22, 2008 Just an additional bit of noteworthy news! My 2 kids actually were arguing who was going to eat the last cucumber strip at supper tonight. This is actually working. They both ate 6 servings of fruits/veggies today. Amy of GA 11yo dd 4(almost5)yo ds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyB Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 I have a 13 year old that lives off of bean burritos and pizza. I'll try anything to help him eat more fruits and veggies. Thanks for the idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambam Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 We've started making healthy smoothies. I got a recipe from a yahoogroup that sounds horrible but is really good : Toss all this stuff in your blender: -handful of frozen strawberries -half-handful of frozen blueberries -one banana -handful of baby spinach (yes) -a fair amount of your favorite juice -if desired, add frozen yogurt -we added flax seed as well My kids really like it - they don't even taste the spinach in there. You have to be sure to not throw in too much spinach or the stuff turns a yucky brown color. If it turns brown, just throw in some more strawberries! Substituting other fruits work well too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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