Why does a child refuse meat: what reasons can a child have

15.03.2023 09:42

As you know, meat is an essential part of a child’s diet.

However, the baby does not always express a desire to eat even a piece of meat, and there are a number of reasons for this.

For example, a child may refuse meat because he or she does not like the way the food looks. In this case, it is worth trying meat puree from another manufacturer.

If parents did not listen to their child’s wishes and forced him to eat healthy food, the taste of meat can cause disgust to the point of vomiting.

Stop using force, use all your creativity and try offering your son or daughter a small amount of meat (preferably a different type) again.

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A child, like an adult, may not like the smell that often comes from lamb, rabbit, etc.

If you have only recently started offering your baby breakfast, lunch and dinner not in the form of puree, but in the form of pieces, the child's refusal of meat may be caused by the fact that it is simply difficult for him to chew them. Do not rush - offer meat from cans.

Finally, children develop taste preferences over time. If you started introducing meat to them with, for example, turkey and your child liked it, he or she may refuse other types of meat. In such a situation, it is worth returning to your child’s favorite option.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources