SMART STRATEGIES FOR FUSSY EATERS By:- Dt. Prashant Shukla (Nutrition Advisor & Consultant Dietitian) Mealtimes often become a battle of wits for parents trying to ensure that their kids get the right nutrition. In a study conducted across six metros in India to understand eating in children, 88% of mothers agreed their kids are fussy eaters. And 87% said that junk food has an influence on the eating habits of children. It may seem like a never-ending battle trying to get your child to eat nutritious foods, but don’t stress. You can help make mealtime healthier and happier for the whole family by following the six steps below. STEP 1:  MANAGE MEAL AND SNACK TIMES Establishing set meal and snack times can help your child understand hunger and fullness. Decide on a time range for each meal that works with your family’s routines, putting two to four hours between each meal or snack. For example, serve breakfast between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., a morning sn...

Can You lose weight with the 7-day GM diet? The GM diet aims to help people lose weight by focusing on a specific food or food group each day for a week. According to  one GM diet plan website , this diet helps users lose at least 10–17 pounds in 1 week. It claims to promote weight loss by burning  calories  without affecting mood or energy levels. However, this plan may exclude essential nutrients, and it might not be a sustainable long-term weight-loss strategy. In this article, we look at the GM diet in more detail, including how it works and its benefits and risks. What is the GM diet? The GM diet consists of a 7-day meal plan. Each day focuses on a specific food or food group. GM stands for General Motors. Some sources claim that the General Motors corporation developed and endorsed this diet plan to help its employees lose weight. Does it work? A smoothie containing banana and skim milk is a snack option on day 4 of the 7-day m...