Remain calm and never force it, says an expert. Picky eating is common in small children, but staying calm and reducing pressure can help positive habits. Photo: Getty New research suggests that fussy eating is largely down to our genetics.
The researchers, who looked at data from the Gemini twin cohort study — a large group of 2,400 pairs of twins that was set up in 2007 to explore early life, growth and behaviour of children — also found picky eating peaks around age seven and tends to decline slightly after that. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news.
