Repeated Exposure
Some foods may require up to 30 exposures before a child accepts them. Children may reject foods because sensory traits such as appearance, smell, texture, or mouthfeel are unfamiliar. Saying a child does not like a food can turn a tempora…
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Some foods may require up to 30 exposures before a child accepts them. Children may reject foods because sensory traits such as appearance, smell, texture, or mouthfeel are unfamiliar. Saying a child does not like a food can turn a temporary reaction into a fixed identity. Parents are advised to keep offering foods, try different preparations, and model enjoyment. The exposure principle does not require forcing children to eat. Repeated exposure is presented as a reason not to give up after one rejection.