In today's video, we dive deep into the controversial "Healthy Food First" policy that some schools are implementing for our kids. Are your children being required to eat their veggies before cookies or crackers? While this sounds fine in theory (yay! my kid will be eating healthy!), it actually isn't as practical or helpful in practice. Tune in to hear my thoughts on this matter, as a parent and dietitian, backed by scientific evidence and research.

But it doesn't stop there! I'm also providing you with actionable steps you can take if your school has adopted this policy [see below].

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:56 Point 1. Pressuring kids to eat certain foods makes them like it less
01:31 Point 2. Eating in the absence of hunger
01:51 Point 3. Picky Eating Research
02:17 Point 4. It Can Increase Emotional Eating
02:38 Point 5. Research on Risk of Disordered Eating
02:55 Point 6. Kids will eat less in general when pressured to eat
03:21 Is there any research that shows benefits?
04:53 What should you do if school implements a healthy food first policy?
05:58 Final note to teachers and parents
07:33 Outro :)

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*Disclaimer: This video is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition, or to provide medical nutrition therapy. If you are concerned about yours or your child's nutrition or eating habits, contact your dietitian.

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