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Nutrition

Tomorrow, November 17, 2016, is National “Take a Hike” Day. This is a great time to recharge and think about just how active our kids should be and why this is important. As adults, we think of exercise as going to the gym, running on...

What Is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is needed to help build strong healthy bones in children. Over the past several years, our knowledge about the importance of vitamin D has expanded. Vitamin D is not just for maintaining healthy bones; it's...

Many parents are concerned that snacking will spoil their child’s appetite for dinner. Other parents are of the belief that snacking between meals will lead to excessive weight gain. The truth is that well-timed and well-planned snacks can provide your child with an energy boost...

Many children decide to become a vegetarian because of concerns over animal rights. Other children feel that it is healthier or they are influenced by their peers. Parents often become concerned that their vegetarian child will not receive an adequate amount of protein or will...

Very few kids would say they crave a delicious fiber-rich meal. However, many foods, ranging from fruits and vegetables to McDonald's Southwest Salad with Grilled Chicken, are filled with fiber.  Fiber keeps your child’s digestive system moving. It is a natural laxative and, along with enough water, it...