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Store shelves are packed with treats, pumpkin-themed items are in abundance, and everyone knows Halloween is around the corner. From corn syrup-packed candy corn, to chocolate-filled skulls, bats and eyeballs, this is the time of year when kids are most … Continue reading
When choosing snacks, I always recommend fruits and vegetables as alternatives to the various refined carbohydrate crackers, cookies, “O” shaped cereals and the like. Offering your children (and yourselves!) nutrient-dense, fiber-filled fruits and veggies not only will provide antioxidants, vitamins … Continue reading
Bones and Sponges, what do they have in common? I am teaching lessons on nutrition and healthy eating to the campers at JCYS Grand Slam Tennis Camp in Highland Park this summer. Last week, my lesson was about calcium and … Continue reading
Photo: isayx3 from Flickr Recently, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) established new guidelines for Vitamin D. Also known as the “sunshine” vitamin, vitamin D is essential to maintain bone health. The vitamin functions to maintain normal levels of calcium and … Continue reading
I am trying to “practice what I preach” and eat more fish. Most research says, it is important to get at least 2-3 servings of fatty fish per week for the Omega-3 content. Grilling season is here, the weather is … Continue reading
Protein is essential to a child’s diet for many reasons. For one, protein builds and repairs tissues such as skin and muscles. Protein also makes antibodies that fight disease and enzymes that aid digestion. With picky eating habits, or restrictive … Continue reading
PREBIOTICS, different from PROBIOTICS, are found in certain foods and provide nourishment to probiotic bacteria. In other words, prebiotics are food for the beneficial bacteria living in your gut. In addition to stimulating growth and/or activity of beneficial bacteria, prebiotics … Continue reading
Here’s a question for you….when did you introduce solids (rice, oatmeal or mixed cereal) to your infant? A ) Before 4 months B ) Between 4 and 6 months C ) After 6 months Use the “Comment” section to answer … Continue reading
The habit of snacking when you’re not hungry is common, especially when food is around. When you are taking care of children, snacking during food preparation can be tempting. As many new moms are trying to get back to their … Continue reading
In order to meet your child’s nutrient needs, there are a few foods that are a MUST for everyday nutrition. Meaning, EVERYDAY your child should eat these foods or comparable substitutes to ensure he/she is meeting the RDA for important … Continue reading