My Kid Only Wants to Eat 'Junk' (and what you can do about it)

If it feels like all your child wants to eat are snacks, sweets, or packaged foods - and no matter what you do, they refuse vegetables or other foods you think they need…You’re not alone, and there's nothing wrong with your child. In fact, this is completely normal.But that doesn’t mean you have to give up... or resort to forcing them to eat veggies (or cut out “junk” altogether). Often, what’s happening is a combination of natural tendencies, learned behaviors, and the environment around food - all things you can influence.In this episode, we break down why your child may be gravitating toward certain foods, how your words and actions around food influence them, and what you can do differently to help them explore, enjoy, and actually want to eat other foods.You’ll learn:Why kids tend to want more processed snacks and sweetsHow you label foods can make kids want them even more... or make them not want things like veggies and proteinPractical strategies you can apply to help your child eat a more balanced diet on their ownIf you’ve ever wondered:“Why does my child only want snacks or sweets?”“How can I help them eat 'better' or make 'better choices'?"“Do I just need to get rid of 'junk' altogether?”…then this episode is for you.You’ll walk away with a clear framework for shifting the environment, your mindset, and your approach so your child can eat in a balanced way while feeling safe, confident, and trusted around food.Want to connect? Send us a text!CONNECT with Nicole:FREE Training: Raise a Balanced Eater AND Protect Their Relationship With Food- Instagram: @nicolecruzRDSUBSCRIBE & REVIEW:If you loved this episode, it would mean so much for you to follow, subscribe, share, or leave a review.Your support helps us reach more conscious and loving parents who need these insight!Thank you for tuning in and see you next week!