Serve purée like “whipped cream” to picky eaters
The hack
Pipe veggie or fruit purée out of a pouch or bag so it looks like squirty cream and kids eat it.
Where it's popular: Menkind study via Good Men Project: #1 TikTok parenting hack, ~68.9M plays
Scout's verdict
Making food fun and offering foods repeatedly helps picky eaters, according to dietitians like Kids Eat in Color’s Jennifer Anderson. Whether the “cream” trick works beyond the novelty is unproven.
Evidence: CBS/KYMA: dietitian Jennifer Anderson on making veggies fun
Bottom line: Fun for a day; real test with 3 families coming.
⚠️ Safety
Age-appropriate textures only. Don’t let toddlers suck straight from pouches while walking or lying down. Refrigerate opened pouches and use within the label time.
Stock up for this hack
| Item | Best unit price now | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Gerber Baby Food Pouches | $0.36/oz at Kroger (reference store) | Regular price |
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