What should teenagers do if they don't like to eat meat

Teenagers who do not like to eat meat can improve it by adjusting their cooking methods, combining plant protein, supplementing nutrients, cultivating dietary habits, and providing psychological guidance. Picky eating may be related to factors such as taste sensitivity, digestive function, and family dietary environment.

1. Adjust the cooking method

Cut the meat into Rice-meat dumplings, meat pies or mix them with dumplings to reduce the resistance caused by direct chewing. Cover the fishy smell with sweet and sour flavored sweet and sour pork ribs, roasted chicken legs, or use an oven to reduce greasiness. Try different types of meat, such as chicken breast which is more easily accepted than chicken leg.

2. With vegetable protein [SEP], protein is supplemented through tofu, soybean milk, nuts, etc. Soybean products contain high-quality protein and are easy to digest. Quinoa, chickpeas and other miscellaneous grains can replace some of the nutrients in meat, while dark vegetables such as broccoli and spinach are rich in iron. Ensure daily intake of animal based foods such as eggs and milk.

3. Supplementing Nutrients

Use multivitamin tablets under the guidance of a doctor, with a focus on supplementing vitamin B12 and iron supplements to prevent anemia. Protein powder can be used as a temporary substitute, choosing between whey protein or soy protein types. Regularly monitor hemoglobin and trace element levels.

4. Cultivate eating habits

Adopt a small portion multiple try method, introducing 1-2 new meats per week. Encourage children to participate in the process of buying groceries and cooking to increase their interest, and avoid forcing them to eat at the dining table. Establish fixed family meal times and create a relaxed dining atmosphere.

5. Psychological guidance

Check whether meat is excluded due to weight loss or environmental protection concepts, and conduct scientific nutrition knowledge popularization. For teenagers who follow a vegetarian diet due to religious or moral reasons, a more rigorous nutritional replacement plan needs to be developed. When severe picky eating is accompanied by weight loss, it is recommended to consult the nutrition department [SEP]. Long term insufficient protein intake may affect growth and development. It is recommended to ensure at least one egg, 300 milliliters of milk, and palm sized meat intake per day. Keep a diet diary to observe nutritional deficiencies and prioritize supplementing with natural foods. If accompanied by symptoms such as pale complexion and fatigue, it is necessary to screen for iron deficiency anemia and intervene in a timely manner. Parents should lead by example to maintain a balanced diet and avoid overly reinforcing picky eating habits.