by Gina Gilchrist | Jul 27, 2021 | Nutrition for Kids
It’s that time of year again: Back to school! Whether your child is off to kindergarten, senior year of high school, or even college, bringing a good-for-you lunch from home is one simple and affordable step toward better health. Six quick tips for a lunch with a...
by Ann Sukany-Suls | Jul 8, 2021 | Food Allergies / Intolerances
We hear about so many people these days who are either allergic to, have an intolerance to, or have a sensitivity to certain foods. You may know someone who has a peanut allergy or is gluten-free or follows a low FODMAP diet regimen. What does all of this mean? How do...
by Gina Gilchrist | May 20, 2021 | Featured, Nutrition for Kids
Consider this: A baby’s birth weight doubles by about 5 months of age and triples by one year. A baby’s brain at birth is about 25% of its adult size and it grows to 75% of its adult size by 12 months! Good feeding practices are not only essential for proper...
by Gina Gilchrist | Apr 23, 2021 | Nutrition for Kids
Feeding a picky eater can be an incredibly stressful experience for parents as well as children. Oftentimes children prefer highly-processed nutrient-poor foods over healthy choices like fruits and vegetables. Don’t succumb to the please and tears of the picky child...
by Terah Starbuck | Apr 14, 2021 | Nutritionist / Dietitian Tips
With so many diet programs out there, it is important to understand them. Why did these fad diets come to be and why should they NOT be part of your routine? Fad diets are any short-term, quick fix that actually sets the dieter up for weight loss failure. Usually, if...
