{"id":48139,"date":"2021-10-13T09:00:54","date_gmt":"2021-10-13T01:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=48139"},"modified":"2022-04-18T10:34:59","modified_gmt":"2022-04-18T02:34:59","slug":"picky-eater-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/picky-eater-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Your Child A Picky Eater? Here\u2019s How To Get Them To Eat"},"content":{"rendered":"

Struggling to get your children to eat certain types of food (or even eat at all)? You\u2019re not alone. Many parents have kids and toddlers who are fussy with their food. And it\u2019s an eating behaviour that, if not corrected early from childhood, could continue well into adulthood. If you\u2019re curious about what causes children to be <\/span>picky eaters<\/span>, the different types there are, and also the best way to overcome this, keep reading. Ahead, we break down everything you need to know; from the meaning of a picky eater <\/span>to the most encouraging methods to improve your kids\u2019 appetites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is The <\/span>Meaning Of A Picky Eater<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

A <\/span>picky eater<\/span> or <\/span>fussy eater<\/span> is someone who refuses to consume a variety of foods. They may also prefer to eat only specific foods that they like. This is why they are usually not willing to try new dishes that may not look, smell, or taste familiar to them. Though more common among toddlers and preschoolers, even adults can be <\/span>picky eaters<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes Children To Be <\/span>Picky Eaters<\/span>?<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are several factors that cause young children to develop this choosy behaviour with food, some of which include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n