"If presented with other food, he refuses and does not want to eat at all. According to the explanation of DR.dr. Fitri Hartanto, Sp.A(K), this condition is called food jags. "Food jags is a condition where a child only wants to consume one type of food for a certain period of time. For example, a child only wants to eat rice with fried eggs for days," said Dr. Fitri Hartanto."

When a child experiences food jags, there is a tendency to be extremely consistent and only want the same menu to be eaten every day. Then, if a different menu is served, they always refuse. The child also always refuses to try new menus or food preparations that they have not tried before.

The dangerous effects that can occur include, children can suffer from malnutrition because they refuse to eat nutritious food. Children also become easily irritable and reject other types of food. Children also become bored with the food they consume and experience difficulty eating. These food jags certainly also trigger stress and anxiety not only in children but also in parents and caregivers.

Create a menu schedule to keep track better. Another important thing is to involve children in preparing their meals. "Involve children in the cooking process and food preparation. Serve new food in a fun way along with their favorite food. Create a relaxed, comfortable, and enjoyable eating ritual," message from Dr. Fitri. Source: IG @dr Fitri Hartanto, Sp. A (K)