Want your kids eating healthy food? Keep feeding it to them, research says

According to Anzman-Frasca, this type of consistent exposure also works children are older and tend to be more vocal when expressing their dislike for particular foods. "There are many studies with preschoolers who start out not liking red peppers or squash, for example, but after five to six sessions where these foods are repeatedly offered, they end up liking them," she says.The authors of the review also note that younger children tend to be more open to trying new foods and that caregivers should take advantage of that time to instill in them the ability to make varied, healthy food choices.