Tip #1
Kids feel overwhelmed when they are served adult size portions. Keep serving sizes small, about ½ to ¼ of what you would serve yourself, and let your children ask for more. When it comes to a new food, serve just a teaspoon or two to make the food seem less intimidating.

Tip #2
What they don't see won't hurt them! Use the blender or food processor to hide vegetables in food kids love like spaghetti sauce or chili. You can even add pureed carrots to macaroni and cheese.

Tip #3
When you order pizza out, ask for double the veggies and half the cheese.

Tip #4
Most people, including kids, tend to eat what is handy. Keep vegetables and fruit in reach and in sight. Keep cookies, chips and candy out of sight and out of reach (better yet, don't keep them around at all).

Tip #5
Include different kinds of vegetables and fruits in your kids diet. Each vegetable or fruit has its own unique package of disease-preventing nutrients and plant compounds.

Tip #6
Are your kids getting enough iron in their diet? Many kids don't. Prune juice contains more iron than any other juice. Dried fruits, like raisins and apricots, are also good sources of iron.

Tip #7
Don't slather your kids sandwiches with butter or regular mayo. Instead add crisp, crunchy veggies and a tangy mustard spread. More nutrition, less fat, great taste!

Tip #8
Can't get your kids to eat enough veggies? Serve them raw more often. Most kids prefer them this way.

Tip #9
Supplement your take-out dinner with vegetables and fruit from home. Also, microwaved veggies are always fast and easy.

Tip #10
Instead of butter, add low fat sour cream or buttermilk to mashed potatoes. Delicious!


Source: 5 to 10 a Day Website. For more information about the 5 to 10 a Day Campaign, please visit their website.