Amna Nawaz
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How kids in U.S. became such picky eaters
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May 12, 2026
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49:40Now PlayingHow did American kids become such picky eaters? Author and historian Helen Zoe Veit explores this in her latest book, “Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History.” She sits down with Amna Nawaz to examine how both changes in our parenting culture and the rise of the children’s menu have contributed to the picky eating habits of so many American kids, and share useful tips for getting your kids to love more of their food.
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