Nagy Family Dental - November 2019

It might seem strange that November — when millions of Americans gather around the dinner table to show gratitude through lavish Thanksgiving feasts — has recently been dubbed Good Nutrition Month. But it’s true; now is the time to pay extra attention to the nutrients your body needs to maintain its healthy state through the new year. While mindful eating is a habit families know they should practice year-round, once the holiday season kicks into full gear, it becomes much easier to overlook. With colder weather keeping you inside, the cravings for heartier meals and delicious baked goods leave parents struggling to encourage their picky eaters to consume anything nutritious. If you’re finding it more difficult than usual to convince your child to eat their greens, here are some tips to keep in mind! 1. Let Them Help. If your child has grown out of the toddler stage and is still resistant to eating their vegetables, child psychologists say you should have them help with the cooking process. The excitement and anticipation that comes with getting to prepare the vegetables can encourage kids to try a couple bites during dinnertime. 2. Cheese It Up! Cheese can undoubtedly make veggies more appealing for your little ones. When making their favorite mac ‘n’ cheese dish, consider adding broccoli and peas to the sauce. The cheese will mask most of the veggie flavor, and your kids won’t care as much! Another option for really picky eaters is to purée vegetables, like sweet potatoes, into the cheese sauce. The bright orange color will mask the inclusion, ensuring your little one gets a good share of fiber-rich nutrients while being none the wiser. 3. Get ‘Beefy’ With Your Veggies. If your kids are fans of meat-based pasta sauces, meatballs, or sloppy Joes, you can substitute some of the ground beef with finely chopped mushrooms. Since the meaty texture of the tasty fungi is similar to ground beef, it’ll be hard for kids to notice the difference. Riced cauliflower can also be mistaken for tender ground beef when cooked in darker sauces and gravies. While it can be frustrating to negotiate with a picky eater, especially during the holidays, don’t lose hope. Try out these three tasty tips and observe Good Nutrition Month with a little more ease. 3 Tips to Get Your Picky Eaters to Eat the Veggies Their Bodies Need Get Ready for Good Nutrition in November!

Noah Is the Perfect Person for the Job Helping Patients Feel Welcome You’re probably familiar with the awesome team member we’re highlighting this month: Noah. As our patient ambassador, Noah greets patients as they come in and makes sure they have a great experience from the moment they walk through our doors. Thinking about the perfect person for this job, we couldn’t imagine anyone better cut out for it than Noah. His kind, welcoming personality is exactly what someone coming into the office needs. Noah enjoys his role in greeting people and helping patients feel welcome. Before joining the team, Noah was a patient of ours for many years. It’s fitting, then, that Noah has found a work environment that doesn’t just feel like another job. “This is like a family,” he says. Noah appreciates the nice, friendly people he gets to work with here. “I feel like I’m part of a family,” he says. Outside of work, Noah stays active by playing on various athletic teams. Right now, it’s the season for his favorite sport: basketball. He also participates in the Special Olympics, where he competes in basketball, volleyball, softball, swimming, and bowling. Noah enjoys doing puzzles, playing games, and hanging out with his friends too. For Thanksgiving, he’ll get together with family and friends to give thanks and enjoy a delicious meal. What food does he look forward to most? “My favorite is my grandma’s sweet potato dish,” he says.

You’ll see Noah here at Nagy Family Dental Group on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Say hi when you do. Noah will be happy to see you!

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