Most parents know the frustrations of having a child who will turn their nose up at any meal that features a vegetable and isn't served with french fries. While this is just a phase for many kids, parents are right to be concerned. With obesity rates on the rise, it is becoming increasingly important to focus on getting kids to want to eat healthy food.

Children's food expert Annabel Karmel is here to help, with more than 120 new recipes that will be a hit at every meal. Karmel offers tips on how to sneak hidden fruits and vegetables into food so the kids don't even realize they're there, alternates to junk food, simple meals to prepare for the whole family, along with recipes for gluten-intolerant kids and delicious, yet nutritious desserts.

Lifelong eating habits and well-stocked cupboards are the surest way to prevent poor eating, and this is the perfect guidefor those who want a healthier lifestyle for their children.