This statistic appeared in a recent issue of Sacramento Magazine, and it stopped me in my tracks: Nearly half (49%) of American children do not eat at least a single serving of fruit or vegetables per day (California Department of Education). Your child probably eats closer to the recommended 5-9 servings of fruit and vegetables per day, but many parents find it difficult to get their children to eat more of the nutritious foods they should. We know that eating fresh produce is essential to good health. Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins and powerful phytochemicals which help protect the body from disease, boost the immune system and fight harmful bacteria. Nutritionists recommend eating more fruits and vegetables for just about every health issue.

So, how can you help your child to enjoy more fruits and veggies?