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There is no single right way to good nutrition.
The proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals we need are found in a wide variety of foods. Ethnic foods, vegetarian diets, and other common menus can all supply these nutrients.
Because there are so many different nutritious foods, you don’t have to worry if your children won’t eat certain things. It’s easy to find other foods with the nutrients they need. If your child does not like potatoes, he or she can get carbohydrates from bread and rice. Forcing children to eat foods they don’t like is never a good idea.