The Phytonutrient Dietitian
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
Two groups of people were evaluated to see which foods they would choose after an assigned task: Jonah Lehrer writes for NPR: “One group was given
Give your family’s diet an honest look. Start with the pantry. Are sugar cereals, soda, potato chips, crackers (made with enriched white flour), and cookies
With the growing incidence of childhood obesity, many kids are at risk for being overweight or are overweight. Here are some healthy tips to combat
It’s important to consider nutrition balance when packing your child’s lunch. Here are some quick tips to fuel your child for a great day of
As a family registered dietitian nutritionist I often hear from friends, “What’s in your child’s lunch box?” For my 4 year old, most days I
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