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One of biggest mistakes parents make it to try to implement changes all at once. This is a certain recipe for rebellion. Try to make changes gradually. You know those smoothies they love so much. Rather than milkshake try some yogurt and fruit instead. All kids love French fries (even many adults I know do). Rather than fries try substituting tortilla chips and salsa instead.
I have a friend who decided that her family was going to eat healthy and she threw out all snacks foods and junk foods in house. Well needless to say her spouse and kids went ballistic. So make it a gradual change. Start by making some changes to snacks around house and then work up to meals. In long run you will be glad you did and so will your children.
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