It is no secret that drinking fruit juice provides numerous health benefits. While juice is healthy for people of all ages, it is often most important for children. Natural, sugar-free fruit juices can help prevent the risk of obesity, and it can also support brain growth and development. In addition, the vitamins and nutrients found in fruit juices, especially juices from super fruits s uch as acai, noni, goji, and mangosteen, can help support overall physical and mental well-being. Unfortunately some parents find it difficult to encourage children to drink juice instead of less healthy beverages such as soda or sports drinks. Thankfully there are a few tried and true methods for getting even the pickiest of children to drink juice

When trying to get children to drink juice, the most important technique is to simply make sure it tastes good. No kid is going to willingly drink something healthy if they think it tastes terrible. Parents can find countless recipes for healthy juices that are geared towards children. Not only will such recipes make juice that supports the needs of growing children, but the juice the recipe makes will satisfy the tastes of children. When looking to purchase pre-made juices, search for brands that have lines designed especially for kids. These types of juices are often made from the super fruits but have additional ingredients to make the juice taste sweeter.

healthy-juicesAnother method for getting children interested in drinking juice is to involve them in juicing at home. There are many brands of home juicers currently available on the market. Because there are so many options, there is sure to be a juicer to fit any budget. Parents can use a juicer to make juice from nearly any fresh fruit they can buy. Not only are homemade juices healthier because they are made from fresh fruits and do not require preservatives found in many pre-made juices, children can also enjoy these juices more because they can help make them. Many children enjoy helping in the kitchen, and they will enjoy drinking the juice that they helped make.

Although it can be difficult to get some children to drink juice, it is worth the hassle. The benefits provided by drinking healthy juices can last well into adulthood. By finding a fun and effective way to encourage their children to drink juice, parents can successfully start their children on a path towards good overall health.