Picky Problem:
She only likes chicken nuggets drowned in catsup.

Gorton’s Solution:
Give her our tasty fish Tenders, flaky white fish fillets that are the perfect size and shape for dipping in the catsup she loves - with a better nutritional profile that you’ll love.

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Picky Problem:
All he eats are French fries.

Gorton’s Solution:
Offer him our Potato Crunch Fillets which are made with real potatoes and smell like French fries baking in the oven. It’s like the French fries he loves on the outside and the brain food you love on the inside!

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Picky Problem:
She likes to choose between only her top three kid favorites: pizza, grilled cheese and tacos.

Gorton’s Solution:
Sneak brain food into all her favorites. Check out Fish Stick Pizza, Fish Stick and Cheese Sandwich Melt or Tenders Tacos. The meals she loves, the nutrition you love.

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Picky Problem:
He doesn’t want a meal, all he wants are snacks.

Gorton’s Solution:
Serve him our crunchy Popcorn Shrimp, tasty and bite-sized, they’re great for dipping and fun to eat!

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Get your picky eaters hooked on healthy!

At Gorton’s we understand that between play dates, after school activities, and homework, it can sometimes be hard to make sure your kids are getting the right balance of nutrients -- like protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals -- critical for their growth and development. 
World-renowned authority on seafood and brain development research, Professor Michael Crawford, recommends that everyone, including children, eat fish and seafood at least twice a week.  A single serving of fish is between 2-4 ounces, depending on your child’s age, or about 5-6 fish sticks.
Introducing your children to seafood early is one of the best things you can do to help your kids get a healthy, balanced diet when they are young and establish a lifetime of good eating habits.  That’s because fish and seafood -- like shrimp, salmon, and popular white fish, such as tilapia, haddock, and pollock -- are natural sources of lean protein and critical vitamins and minerals, including iron; zinc; and vitamins A, B and D.


And, seafood naturally contains omega-3 fatty acids -- some of the healthiest fats around.  In fact, fish are the best natural source of these healthy fats, which are essential for proper brain development and growth.

Tips for Getting Even the Most Finicky Kid to Eat Seafood:

  • Get them involved: Letting kids help in the kitchen gets them excited about the meal. Check out kid picks recipes now.
  • Introduce seafood early: Start with Gorton’s Fish Sticks, which have a crunchy texture, mild flavor, and are perfectly sized for small hands. Gradually add other varieties like Gorton’s Popcorn Shrimp, also perfect for small hands and dipping.
  • Get creative with dips and sauces: Try applesauce, BBQ sauce, or ketchup.  To make a sweeter sauce, mix in some honey.
  • Allow your kids to get creative, too:  Let them build towers with fish sticks, or decorate their plates with fish-shaped crackers.

  • Be patient: It’s okay if your child doesn’t like every kind of seafood you serve. If you keep exposing them to new varieties, they will find ones they like! 
  • And finally, be a good role model: Kids want to do what their parents do.  Eating seafood yourself is a great way to model healthy habits.