Author Archives: Lara Field

FEED Turns 10!

FEED turned 10 years old this month! Read on for a Q&A with FEED founder Lara Field on how she got started and learn what has kept FEED going for so many years:   Why did you become a dietitian? Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago in the 1980s, our family meals were paramount. I […]

Eat Seasonably – KALE

There is nothing like fresh fruits and vegetables during peak season. Check out our “Eat Seasonably” feature where we will share health tips, preparation tricks, and new recipes featuring the best of the season’s produce. This cruciferous vegetable packs a variety of health benefits, including vitamins A, C and K, filling fiber and free radical-fighting antioxidants. […]

Feeding Toddlers – 5 Tips to Manage Picky Eaters

Picky eater on your hands? Good news! You are not alone! In fact, this is one of the biggest challenges in raising children.  As parents, we simply want our kids to grow, receive proper nourishment, and gain the nutrition important for a healthy development. However, kids have an alternative agenda, and they make it known! […]

Five Healthy Homemade Popsicles

Summer’s heating up! Cool down with these fresh and fruity popsicles you can make at home. Forget the store bought stuff. These sweet treats are full of nutrient dense ingredients making them the ultimate afternoon snack or post-dinner dessert: Kiwi Coconut Chia Popsicles Get a double dose of fiber from the fiber and chia seeds […]

Eat Seasonably– PEACHES

For a limited time only, peaches are in season! Each summer this juicy fruit ripens to hues of white, pink, orange and yellow to be plucked for our enjoyment. One large fuzzy fruit contains a healthy dose of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium and fiber. Sweeten up your summer with this delicious fruit:   Health […]