Being A Picky Eater Is Caused By Genetics?

1. Being a picky eater isn't a phase — it's in your genes. Scientists have recently found genetic evidence influencing whether someone grows up to become a fussy eater. Do you consider yourself a picky eater?

2. A study published in the Journal of Child Psychology & Psychiatry found that it's not a phase — it's a behavior influenced by specific genes. In fact, researchers say genetic differences accounted for 60% of the variations in pickiness at 16 months of age. For children between the ages of three and 13, genes contributed to 74% of fussy eating cases. Do you think genes are responsible for being a picky eater?

3. There have been an increasing number of studies on genes and what they contribute to, such as being a picky eater, as we mentioned here. Other examples include whether you're a night owl or an early bird, your ability to tolerate caffeine, how your body responds to exercise, and even your predisposition to certain health conditions like lactose intolerance or high cholesterol. Do you think we will find out even more traits that are affected by genes in the next decade?

4. Have you had a child that was a picky eater? Comment any suggestions you have for parents below!