Why fussy eaters prefer beige foods

Why fussy eaters prefer beige foods

Crackers, bread, pasta, nuggets… It is pretty easy to guess what most fussy eaters will choose to eat if they are in charge.

I know this is a source of enormous frustration for many parents. They look at their child’s plate and everything is white and/or beige.

But why?

Reasons fussy eaters prefer beige foods

Why are these pale foods almost universally accepted over other foods?

1. Consistency and uniformity. Most beige foods are processed or pre-packaged foods and so there are fewer surprises.

A cracker will always be the same in terms of taste, texture, and consistency. Whereas, a lasagne, for example, will always be slightly different.

Pre-packaged foods not only have the advantage of being uniform, but they are also often ticking other boxes that make them desirable:
i) Texture. The texture is often appealing. Crackers and toast, for example, are crunchy and dry, which is a win for many picky eaters.

Pasta requires very little chewing, so it is easy to eat. This is also the reason nuggets are preferred over regular chicken, the consistency is easier to eat compared to…