Tricky Ways To Get Kids To Eat Their Vegetables

Not always a easy thing to do, but there are some tricky ways to get kids to eat their vegetables. Research was done, so the important thing hear is that this is scientific stuff!

Remember, The Mike & Carla Morning Show is here to help...with that said, you have to read on. We all know kids are not a big fans of eating what is good for them. This is especially true when it comes to their vegetables.

But now they've done research to proves that there are some clever ways to get them to eat them. According to research, scientists spent 20 minutes reading to kids about super heroes and the vegetables they wouldn't eat. And how eating the vegetables helped the superheroes with special powers.

After hearing the stories, given a choice of a snack, they chose to eat vegetables! Amazing right? In fact there is another article that features 6 clever ways to get kids to eat veggies.

According to an article in Healthline a few years ago, they say that getting the kids involved with shopping for the veggies and preparing them also helped! Also, they mention using "fun" shapes and bright colors also helps.

Hey, whatever it takes right? Some of our listeners had their own kind of tricks as well. That's why we wanted to know what you did as parents to get this done. We all want our kids to be heathy, so if it works, then why not?

On the other hand, negotiating with a toddler never seemed to work. Trying logic with a three to four year old, they're not not buying it. So we all agreed that you had to get creative.

Mike O'Brian, who has two daughters, suggested calling it "candy"! It worked for a while, but as they realized it wasn't, the battle was on!

If you're having problems in this department, listen to the segment and see if it helps you...and enjoy!

What an exciting time for football. And with the Super Bowl around the corner, you might as well make sure you have your appetizers and snacks in order. Whether you're excited about the game, the insane commercials, or the halftime show, it's certain that most people will be chowing down on apps.

Last year, a study found that appetizers make up most people’s diets on gameday. Interestingly, 70% of people skip the entrée and stick to appetizers on Super Bowl Sunday. This study also found that 41% say they tend to overeat.

Another study found that more than half of people look forward to game day parties because of the food. Also, highlighted is that 74% of people plan to make food at home. Meanwhile, 26% plan to order from restaurants. Either way, there will be food.

Taste of Home compiled a list of what they consider to be the best of the best when it comes to apps. Their top five include an antipasto platter with meat and cheese cubes, pepper jelly hogs in a blanket, beef Wellington fried wontons, fruit charcuterie board, and ham and Swiss sliders.

There’s something for everyone from last-minute party throwers to ambitious hosts. If you're looking for something quick chips and dip is a go. If you're looking for something with a bit of pizazz, maybe try a quesadilla ring.

This year's Super Bowl will be held on Sunday, Feb. 11. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. EST. Whether you're tuning in for the game, watching for the commercials, or just want to see Usher's halftime show, make sure you have your snacks ready to go.

There are many game day apps you can add to the menu, from wings, dips, and sliders, to desserts, and breads. Check out these appetizers that will make watching the game even more fun.

Whether you're going store-bought or homemade, chicken wings are a definite crowd pleaser. They're easily customizable from a simple dry rub to a tossed-in sauce moment. And if you are trying to keep things somewhat on the healthier side, you can always bake your wings instead of frying them.

Nachos are a game-day favorite for many. You can go all out with toppings or keep it simple if you need to make something quick. The main ingredients include tortilla chips, cheese, and toppings. These toppings can be meat, tomatoes, black olives, black beans, corn, onions, among others.

Buffalo chicken dip features chicken mixed with your favorite buffalo sauce and cream cheese. If don't feel like cooking the chicken, you can always grab a rotisserie chicken. It can be paired with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

These are a budget-friendly option that can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand. It's a more effortless appetizer made with the crispy skins of a baked potato filled with bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives. To make it more of an appetizer, you can opt for smaller potatoes.

This appetizer is like a miniature bite of comfort food. They're creamy balls of mac and cheese that are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside. And they are made with a few ingredients including pasta, cheese, milk, flour, eggs, panko, and seasonings.

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