Parents annoyed by their little ones’ picky food choices often sigh in anger, thinking, “They’ll grow out of it by college.” Maybe not, suggests a new study from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. Some young people continue their picky eating into early adulthood, often restricting their diets to 10 food s or even fewer. Such a deficient diet can mean they’re not getting the fibre (纤维) and vegetables they need, which could be a health problem. The study also suggests picky eaters may also be experiencing other challenges such as social phobias (恐惧症), including around eating. The social phobia is the fear of being judged by others during everyday activities, often resulting in fear or embarrassment.

For the study, researchers surveyed 488 Midwestern college students. About 40% of the students were identified as picky eaters. And about 65% of those respondents said they ate fewer than 10 foods. “We asked participants to just tell us what challenges around picky eating might have had or any benefits they might see, and people answered differently in terms of what has an effect on them,” said co-author Lauren Dial, a doctoral student at Bowling Green State at the time of the study.

Many indicated they’d eat less or not at all outside the home. One 19-year-old man said he’d drink water half the time “due to my picky eating”, according to the study. Another 18-year-old said, “Sometimes there are some awkward comments when I am eating with my girlfriend and her family.” A 23-year-old woman said her parents would get frustrated at her refusal to try the foods she was served.

“Picky eating does have a lot to do with the presentation of foods (how they’re presented on a plate), and the texture (口感) of foods,” Dial said, “but there’s also fear of trying new foods and that might play into picky eating.” By learning more about picky eating in adults, the researchers said they may be able to determine how best to intervene (干预) before the problem becomes more severe for some people.

Tips of Effective Tea Drinking

Drinking tea has become an important part of tea lovers’ daily life. 【小题1】 It refreshes the mind, clears heat within the human body and helps people lose weight. As you add a cup of tea to your daily routine, please check the following tips which help you enjoy your tea experience to the fullest.

Avoid Drinking Extremely Hot Tea. We often put tea in high-temperature water.【小题2】Some studies have found that drinking tea over 69℃ will cause damage to your stomach. 60 ℃ is the most preferred temperature which is agreed by lots of scholars and tea lovers.

Keep Your Tea Light. 【小题3】 It can easily cause headaches and insomnia(失眠)as well as stomach problems, so be sure not to add too many tea leaves or brew(煮) it too long or in too hot of water, so that it will not be over-brewed.

Drink Tea in Between Meals. Do not drink tea soon after or before meals. If you drink too much tea before a meal, it will not only cause the food to feel tasteless, but will also prevent the absorption of protein in the body. 【小题4】 So, it is suggested that the best time to drink tea is between meals.

【小题5】 Tea contains large amount of Tannin, which will react with certain elements in the medicine, thus reducing medical effects. Therefore, it’s better to wait at least an hour after taking the drugs before drinking tea.

How many of you prefer to skip breakfast when you travel because you want to sleep in? However, the benefits of eating breakfast and a healthy one are backed by science. Breakfast foods are rich in fiber, healthy fat and protein. But endless options for breakfast can be difficult to choose. 【小题1】 Here are 3 solid benefits of eating breakfast while on vacation as well as a few suggestions around what to eat.

Avoids natural dehydration

After a long night’s sleep, your body wakes up dehydrated which can make you feel tired during the day. Dehydration can also disrupt your body’s natural sleeping rhythms, making it difficult to fall asleep at night. 【小题2】 Drinking at least 2 cups of water first thing in the morning can boost your metabolism(新陈代谢) and flush out harmful toxins(毒素).

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While pancakes, waffles, muffins and scones are a crowd favorite for morning comfort foods, these options are typically loaded with sugar. It is advisable to eat these in moderation and choose options that are made from whole wheat flour or grains. Instead of topping them with jam or sugar, pair them with healthy fat and fiber-rich foods. Try eating them with fresh apples, berries, yogurt, nut butter or any fresh option on the menu. Such kind of breakfast is energetic and has what you need to keep you alive and healthy.

Boosts brain power

Believe it or not, packing breakfast travel staples is a great tip for anyone travelling with severe food allergies. Carrying allergy-friendly staples will bring you peace. 【小题4】 And ultimately, it will surely satisfy your stomach. Other brain boosting staples that increase the power of your body and are great for breakfast include: dark chocolate, avocado and eggs.

In short, when it comes to the “breakfast of champions for travelers,” the best advice is to keep it simple and eat whole foods (minimally processed). With a little pre-planning, it’s easy to start your day on a healthy note. 【小题5】