Children build a foundation for life with the eating habits they form at a young age. This author proposes a method of eating called the traffic light eating where green fresh foods are good, yellow foods are pastas, nuts, and dairy products that should be eaten but in smaller portions. Red foods are fatty desserts, processed, and fatty meats. In addition to the stoplight method, portion control is emphasized along with high fiber foods. Finally, example recipes are given to assist the reader in implementing the plan.

Key Takeaways:

• Traffic light eating can help children learn which foods are good for them.
• Teaching kids to eat healthy can be can be done when they are at a young age.
• Knowing how to eat in a proper manner as a child can predetermine a child’s future relationship with food.

“Green light foods are things that grow, and are not manufactured. These foods are low calorie with lots of nutrients and fiber.”

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