Dear Parents,
In today’s digital world, it’s common to see children watching TV while eating their meals. While this might seem like a harmless way to keep them occupied, research shows it can significantly affect their growth and development.

Negative Effects on Children:

1. Poor Eating Habits
Kids don’t know when they’re full
They eat too much without realizing
Often forget to chew food properly
Keep eating even when not hungry

2. Problems with Learning About Food
Can’t tell different food tastes
Don’t learn about healthy food choices
Become fussy about eating new foods
Miss out on enjoying meal flavors

3. Less Family Bonding
No proper family talks during meals
Miss out on learning good table manners
Don’t learn how to have mealtime conversations
Lose precious family connection time

4. Focus and Attention Issues
Find it hard to focus on one thing at a time
Get easily distracted in school
Can’t sit still during activities
Struggle to pay attention in class

5. Memory Problems
Forget what they’ve eaten
Don’t remember if they liked a food
Have trouble remembering meal portions
Can’t recall when they last ate

6. Speaking Skills Get Weaker
Talk less during meals
Learn fewer new words
Don’t practice speaking with family
Miss chances to share their day

7. Bad Eating Behavior
Eat too quickly
Don’t sit properly at the table
Spill food more often
Risk choking on food

Take a step forward to understand your 7-21 year old so that you can help them in life. Let’s ask the right questions to get the right answers.
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