by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating |
Vitamin D and calcium are popular nutrients these days, getting a lot of attention from nutrition researchers and parents. Here’s what you need to know about calcium and vitamin D requirements for kids. What do Calcium and Vitamin D do? Calcium is a mineral and...
by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating |
We’ve already talked about why you shouldn’t distract your child with toys or gadgets during mealtimes. If the thought of a meal without your kids’ iPads has you feeling like a deer in headlights, here are three ways to get through dinner and promote a healthy...
by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating |
We all know what it feels like to “drown our sorrows” in a tub of ice cream or a few too many margaritas. In a society blessed with an abundance of food, many of us eat too much. Not only can this lead to overweight, but emotional eating is also common – using...
by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating, Picky Eaters |
Is it ok to lie to your kids to make them eat healthy food? The quick answer is: No. It is becoming increasingly difficult to tell the difference between health food and junk food. This is especially true with the popularity of products made with “superfoods” such as...
by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating |
As children get involved in frequent or longer duration sports and activities, many parents wonder whether their kids need any special nutrition. Here’s what you need to know about nutrition for your kid athlete to keep them healthy and active on the field! Focus on a...
by Engaging Nutrition | Healthy Eating |
If your pediatrician has told you that your child is underweight, you’re probably nervous and don’t know what to feed your child. It’s easy to bulk up your child’s thin frame while at the same time creating a healthy eating pattern. There are lots of simple and...
