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Children who learn healthy eating habits while they are small are more likely to continue eating healthy as an adult.  One fun way you can encourage your child to eat more fruits and vegetables is to try to get them to “eat a rainbow” each day.  Phytonutrients found in fruits and vegetables are what gives them their different colors.  They are also essential for keeping us healthy.   It is very important to eat a variety of colors each day. One way you can do this is to try to make sure each meal you serve your family contains several different colors.  Not only will your meal be more visually appealing, but it will help ensure that your kids get a good variety of  nutrients in each meal. An example of a colorful meal might be roasted chicken, rice pilaf made with veggies, broccoli, and an orange. A great way … Continue reading →