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Live Better Together: Cooking As A Family

Writer's picture: Tina KozmanTina Kozman


Kids are balls of energy; we all know that; and one way we could get them to release this pent-up energy and keep them busy is to get them in the kitchen. 


Here are some pros of having children participate in the kitchen (beside directing their energy somewhere beneficial) that will encourage you to call up your kid the next time you’re cooking.


#1 - Added interest and incentive for meals


Kids can be picky eaters, but they are always proud of their creations, you can bet that if they participate in their meal preparation, they are more likely to eat it.


#2 - A chance to discuss nutrition


If you’re wondering how to discuss nutrition and eating choices with your kid, and help them develop liking for fresh healthy food, the stage is yours, when is a more relevant timing that this one?  Talk about the importance of getting vegetables in their bodies! Don’t “hide” it, kids need to know what’s happening inside their bodies, and teach them what nutrition does and why good choices are important. The more a child is exposed to wholesome ingredients, the more accustomed he/she will become to them.


"Kids are so dynamic; if you're tired and you walk into a roomful of kids, your energy is brought up to their level" – Jenna Bush

#3 - Quality time


Most family memories are made during times like these, these types of activities open channels of communication that will help in children’s growth. It is best to establish family habits during childhood to help establish knowledge of shared responsibility and interactions.


#4 - Help them become informed "little" consumers


Cooking with children gives them insights on smart food choices, nutritional values, and ingredients; they will start paying attention to what they put inside their bodies, thus reflecting on their overall health.  You can also take them grocery shopping to organic, non – GMO, clean 15, small local stores, farmers markets… etc. 


#5 - A delicious new family hobby


If you're wondering how to get started, try inviting them to make breakfast with you on weekends. Or, look through cookbooks, magazines or Pinterest for inspiring recipes together and have them tab, tag, and highlight the recipes that they would like to try. 


Take them on grocery shopping trips, to get ingredients for the meal you plan to cook together. Don't forget! Repetition is key!  Kids will eventually learn and develop healthy habits from you, as you continue to model healthy food choices. 



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