Making sure kids have probiotics in their diet can be difficult. Fermented foods aren’t always the tastiest to kids, especially to picky eaters. However, probiotics are an essential piece of a child’s diet. They are the backbone of a healthy gut microbiome. Your child’s gut microbiome is the collection of bacteria that helps with digestion, […]
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Navigating a braces-friendly diet can be challenging. Especially if you have a picky eater in the family, braces can bring a whole new set of restrictions to snack time. However, we need to be intentional about the types of meals and snacks our kids eat with braces because they are at increased risk of nutritional
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Proper nutrition is fundamental to a teenager’s growth and development. But getting the right balance of calories, protein, fiber, and vitamins can be a challenge with a teen’s busy lifestyle. One study even found that less than 16% of 15-year-olds have a balanced diet (1). Protein shakes have become more popular over the years as
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These Banana & Spinach Pancakes are a great way for your kids to get some added nutrition at breakfast! They have more fiber and less sugar than a boxed pancake mix, while also helping your kids get comfortable with spinach and vegetables. Why Should I Put Spinach in My Kid’s Pancakes? Two reasons – for
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This protein guacamole recipes checks all the boxes. It’s an easy after school snack, a healthy dipping sauce for kids, and a great addition to any healthy family dinner recipe. With the quick addition of chickpeas, guacamole can also be a great protein source! As a dietitian, I always want to pack in as much
Yogurt is a fantastic snack for kids of all ages. It’s high in protein, loaded with probiotics, and a great source of vitamin D and calcium. Also, it can usually be disguised as a sweet treat. 🙂 But just like many other kid’s snacks, yogurts are often marketed as “healthy” with nothing to back it
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5 Dietitian-Approved Granola Bars for Kids Granola bars (protein bars, snack bars, etc) are a common snack for kids because they are quick, easy, and come in delicious flavors that kids love. These bars can be a great source of nutrition for kids when packed with whole-grain fiber and protein for long-lasting energy. In theory,
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The 3 Things You Need to Pack in Your Kid’s School Lunch Packing a school lunch can be daunting – making sure your kids get the nutrition they need while also making sure they will actually want to eat it. A study of over 600 third and fourth graders found that only 27% of home-packed
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These Peanut Butter & Jelly Oat Bars are a level-up to everyone’s favorite sandwich combo! They layer an oat graham cracker crust, a sweet jelly filling, and peanut butter crumble on top. Plus, this recipe is kid friendly – there are so many ways to get them involved in the kitchen. Nutritional benefits for kids Fiber
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Boost Your Children’s Bone Health with These 10 Foods Your bones develop and become stronger based on the foods that you eat. That’s why eating to support healthy bones is important throughout your life, especially during childhood. Research shows that 5-15-year-olds who develop healthy bones through diet help prevent bone loss later in life (1).
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