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Everyone has different likes and dislikes when it comes to the food we eat, but food preferences shouldn\u2019t stop us from having a nutritious, balanced diet. Some people are particular about what they like, and are hesitant or unwilling to branch out from a select number of foods they\u2019ll try or eat, which can result in poor dietary variety. This is what we would class as a fussy eater. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will discuss what a fussy or picky eater is. We\u2019ll also provide you with a range of ideas for healthy meals and snacks alongside tips for creating a meal plan that works for every type of fussy eater.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is a Picky Eater?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Being described as \u2018picky\u2019 or \u2018fussy\u2019 with food is subjective. However, we tend to use these terms to describe someone who has strong opinions on which foods they will or won\u2019t eat, and they may be unwilling to branch out and try new foods. They may also refuse to eat a meal they usually like if it looks, smells, or tastes different to what they are used to.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Young children are commonly fussy eaters. They may refuse to eat at usual mealtimes, or refuse to try anything new. But this is often nothing to worry about so long as they are <\/span>active and not losing weight<\/span><\/a>. They should also have a diet that includes the <\/span>four main food groups<\/span><\/a>. Taste buds change as we age, and this is the same for children. Often, they will refuse a particular food one week and then love it soon after.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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Adults can just as commonly be fussy eaters, and there are many different reasons why this may occur. Sometimes past trauma, stress and experiences as children can impact on their relationship with food  \u2013 for example, if they suffered from an eating disorder, or had an experience of choking on food. Other times, there is no reason for someone\u2019s preferences, and they simply have a limited range of food that they like, or will eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having a limited range of  acceptable food or meals can mean that you don\u2019t get all the nutrients needed for a well-balanced, healthy diet. For more information, consider having a read of our article: \u2018What is a Nutritionally Balanced Diet and Why is it Important?<\/a>\u2019 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to remember that being a fussy eater isn\u2019t the same as having a food intolerance. This is a term used for people who have difficulty digesting certain foods, resulting in an adverse physical reaction to them if they are eaten. For more information on food intolerances, check out our article, here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Healthy Meals for Fussy Eaters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As we\u2019ve mentioned, it\u2019s important for everyone to have a nutritionally balanced diet, and that includes fussy eaters. It can be tricky to ensure that fussy eaters eat healthily and get a balanced diet. Below, we\u2019ve compiled a list of suggestions for healthy meals for fussy eaters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n