Stress-free family meals
Summary
This episode explores why children often refuse to eat certain foods and how parents can reduce mealtime stress. Hosts Neil and Georgie discuss insights from child nutritionists Charlotte Sterling-Reed and Dr. Anne Fishel, who explain that eating is a key area where kids assert control. The segment also features food writer Sharon Wee, who shares her experience managing her daughter’s severe food allergies. Listeners learn practical tips, such as avoiding pressure to finish plates, and review vocabulary like “battleground” and “winning formula.”
Topics discussed
Sponsor ads and intro to The English We Speak
Introduction: Picky eaters and childhood food dislikes
Expert tips and quiz on stress-free family meals
Why mealtimes are battlegrounds and dealing with allergies
Revealing the quiz answer and expert advice
Vocabulary recap and episode conclusion
Outro and Honda advertisement
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