Food Jags Are Periods of Time When a Child May

question 4

Multiple Choice

Food jags are periods of time when a child may refuse a previously favorite food and seem disinterested in eating. Which of the following statements about food jags is true?

• A) Food jags are a normal part of the development and maturation of young children.
• B) Food jags can compromise a child's nutrition status and should be addressed by a team of feeding specialists.
• C) Parents can address food jags by requiring that a child try at least 5 bites of each food.
• D) Parents can prevent food jags by offering a reward (e.g., small cookie or glass of juice) when a child tries a new food.

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