One of many excuses people use for their lack of fruit consumption is the short shelf-life. To gain the optimal nutrient content, it is important to consume fruit while it is fresh. Thus, to manage the rapid spoilage time, one needs to consume fruit quickly after bringing it home from the store or farmer’s market. […]
When your baby approaches the 4 month mark, many parents are lured into the idea that it is time to start solids! This leaves many with a feeling of uneasiness and parents simply are stumped with what food to introduce and when. In this post, I break it down to a few easy principles. 1. […]
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 allergen-free diets, making sure your child is getting the right amount of protein can be […]
I had the great opportunity to speak at the law offices of Mayer Brown right here in downtown Chicago on healthy nutrition for kids. We had an excellent discussion about how to plan healthy meals for children, common nutrient deficiencies, and I answered questions on how to manage picky eating. See article below! http://h20cooler.wordpress.com/2009/12/16/mayer-browns-parenting-group/ Ask […]
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 this question. Let’s see if your responses are consistent with the latest research on solid […]
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 pre-pregnancy weight, these little bites here and there can actually prevent weight loss. But really, […]
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 nutrients including calcium, iron, zinc, vitamin D, vitamin A, vitamin C. 1) Milk. Until the […]
Is your infant ready for table foods? How do you know? Many parents have questions about this and don’t know where to look for answers. Read more
When an infant has moved on from baby foods, and has become an independent eater, many parents are stumped on what to feed their baby. Check out this list of nutrient packed items for your little one.Read