The Phytonutrient Dietitian
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
I can’t wait to go play baseball! It’s been quite some time since I’ve been out on the field. But, I’m ready to go! Especially,
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD) is the leading cause of blindness and most Americans don’t get enough greens. I’m always trying to get green leafy veggies
Many useless or dangerous products are being sold over the internet by unscrupulous individuals/companies. Consumers need to be aware of the dangers when buying products
Kids are rarely prescribed a diet, unless their weight puts them at a critical or immediate health risk. Changing the types of foods that the
Tonight like most nights –I wanted something quick, easy and healthy. There were left-over turkey meatballs from the previous night and an entire baked eggplant
Occasionally when working with parents, dietitians hear “My child eats a lot throughout the day and is still very thin. How can I beef him
Unless your in-laws (or parents, friends, etc.) happens to be a medical doctor or dietitian, you should seek real medical advice. Talk to your doctor
I often hear, “my kid wants junk.” She’s so hungry after school, carrot sticks won’t cut it! I’ll never be able to get them to
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