Genetics
It’s a matter of taste: the science of flavour
There are many, many factors which can contribute to childhood feeding problems, such as a child’s temperament, problems with chewing or swallowing or physiological problems like digestive issues or allergies. And sometimes, children simply reject new foods because of the…
Picky eating and temperament
As parents, we want to understand our children’s behaviours in order to better support them. There are many, many causes of picky eating, but in this post I focus on one that is not often spoken of; temperament.
Picky eating research hits the headlines
A British newspaper reported recently that “picky eating is down to genetics and not bad parenting, scientists conclude” but is this what the researchers were really saying?
