People with Autism Often Lack of Nutrition
Usually a person with autism is very sensitive to the taste, smell, color, or texture of food. Moreover food is foreign to him. People with autism may feel unbearable with the color of food that is too flashy. For example bananas that have not been peeled. The taste of food that is too sharp like chili will also make the appetite of people with autism disappear in an instant. Therefore, trying new foods is almost impossible.
To work around this, you can use this method. Bring a person with autism to a supermarket or market. Then, ask him to choose his own food that he likes. Arriving at home, observe the food and try to determine how to serve it in a balanced diet. Once you finish cooking, your child may not want to eat it. This is normal-it may take some time to get used to the new foods.
In addition, if you want to introduce a new type of food, try to cook that way is already common and has been tried by children. Suppose you want to introduce turkey meat. No need to make a completely new dish because it can make people with autism more difficult to eat. Examine turkey as you process chicken, for example by boiling.
Mealtimes can be more difficult for children or adults with autism. The reason, people with autism may feel uncomfortable with light, furniture arrangements, or strong aroma of cuisine in the dining room.
Well, establishing a mealtime routine can help them adjust. You can try serving food at the same time each day to help reduce stress in people with autism.
You should also think about your child's concerns and try to make eating time easier for him. Choose a dimmer light from a brightly lit lamp can be a good idea. Allow your child to eat his favorite food served or let him choose his favorite food, dinner, or seats. Your child may feel more comfortable
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