The Phytonutrient Dietitian
Here’s an excerpt from SuperKids Nutrition’s interview with Joe L’Amp, the Joe behind “joe gardener”®, that shows you simple steps to take to introduce kids
As noted by the CDC’s National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, rates of obesity in children ages 2 to 5 have more than doubled since
Give your child a chance to experience their food and allow their taste buds to savor the colors of the rainbow. As early as preschool,
If you haven’t watched Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution yet, it’s time to tune in! His genuine approach and dedication to making kids healthier is inspiring.
The USDA shares these tips on egg safety to stay healthy and avoid foodborne illness: Always buy eggs from a refrigerated case. Choose eggs with
Kids taste preferences can vary from their parents. Offer them foods you may not like, try not to bring in your own food preferences or
Fiber is important for more than just regular bowel movements. Did you know it can also reduce the risk of blood clots, decrease inflammation, and
It is inevitable for many Americans that their family may eat fast food on occasion. So it’s good to know what the better options are
A study published this month in Pediatrics found that obese children as young as 3 years old have elevated levels of C-reactive protein, a marker
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