This one is for you. It was like an epiphany for me! Why do we go the gym and pick up McDonalds on the way for the kids to eat? Why do I drink organic milk but give my kids store bought. Why do I pass on the box mashed potatoes but give my kids extra?
WHY ARE WE NOT TREATING OUR KIDS BODIES THE SAME WAY WE TREAT OURS?
My kids eat healthy. They love their fruit and vegetables. They love chicken and steak. They also love their chicken nuggests and french fries. I don't eat it but I will allow them to. Why? Why do we run through the drive thru for our kids (or spouses) and then come home to make something for us?
Let me be perfectly clear, I am not parent bashing - I am GUILTY of doing this.
I was thinking about all the changes I have made to lose my 30+ pounds in the last year. I cut out junk and added a lot of fresh produce. When my kids ask why I am eating squash and zucchini with my baked chicken - I say to eat healthy. When they ask why I didnt get the Mcdouble when I got their happy meals, I say to be healthy. Why dont I be a parent and say no? Why is something not good enough for me going into my child's belly?
I have found that kids will eat what you give them. They will eat what you teach them to eat. My girls are beginning to LOVE salad. They are beginning to LOVE raw veggies and fruit. They are starting to NOT ask for McDonalds and request water over juice. Healthy begins when you are young
-Kayla-
