In a recent study, researchers found that genetics account for up to 84% of food fussiness in children, alleviating parental blame for picky eaters.
Lead author Zeynep Nas indicated that food fussiness, which involves a limited range of acceptable foods, is not a reflection of parenting but rather genetics.
The study noted that food fussiness can provoke anxiety among parents, as they often feel responsible for their children's selective eating habits.
Despite the challenges of feeding picky eaters, experts suggest that typical, carb-heavy diets usually do not dramatically affect children's overall health.
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