Contrary to popular belief, a new study released by First 5 California found that parents don’t need to sneak fruits and vegetables into their children’s meals – kids say they actually like them! Interviews with more than 100 preschoolers across California revealed that kids not only know it’s important to eat fruits and vegetables, they frequently prefer them to candy. 

(Watch kids talk about what they like to eat!)

 “The research found the common belief that it’s an uphill battle to get young kids to eat healthy foods like broccoli or carrots is false,” said Kris Perry, executive director of state agency First 5 California. “We were thrilled to see preschoolers express real enthusiasm for a variety of fruits and vegetables as well as healthy drinks like milk.” 

" Yummy for your Tummy" can be downloaded, or you can request a hard copy by mail by calling 1-800-KIDS-025.

Para recibir su coia gratuita llame al 1-800-50-NINOS or haga clic aquí "Yummy para tu Pancita".