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Do you have a child with an eating disorder or condition? Are you concerned about your child getting the nutrients necessary for him or her to grow up strong and healthy? If your answer to these questions is ‘yes,’ it’s time to find a pediatric nutritionist. Pediatric nutritionists are registered dietitians who specialize in the nutritional needs of children. Not all children need the same nutrition. Age, medical conditions, and physical size determine what your child should be eating. How Do ... [Read More]
Nutrition
Why Your Child Should Have A Pediatric Nutritionist
If you are a parent, you know the struggle of getting your children to eat a healthy and nutritious diet every day. Your children’s nutrition is a critical component of their development, and it’s important to ensure they get the right nutrients to help them grow up strong and healthy. A lack of good nutrition can affect your child’s development and growth as well as cause a host of health problems. For these reasons, you should consider seeing a pediatric nutritionist to evaluate if your chil ... [Read More]
Raising Healthy Kids with a Healthy Diet
We all want to keep our kids healthy, but sometimes that can be easier said than done. Junk food is readily available, and that coupled with a busy lifestyle can mean your child isn’t getting proper nutrition. Eating a healthy, nutritious diet is key to a child’s growth and development. What they eat can have a profound effect on their mood and energy levels, too. Let’s take a look at what we should be feeding our kids to help keep them healthy, happy, and strong. The Five Main Food Group ... [Read More]
Preventing Childhood Obesity Starts with a Healthier Home Environment
According to a recent study, the number of American children considered to be obese has more than tripled since the 1970s. Defined as an excess of body fat, obesity is measured using the Body Mass Index, or BMI screening tool. There are a variety of factors that contribute to childhood obesity; while some are inherent, such as genetics, the environment we create for our children has a lot to do with their overall health and wellness. From the abundance of processed, high-fat and sugar laden ... [Read More]
Ask the Pediatric Nutritionist: How Meals at Home Influence Your Child’s Decisions
Child obesity is a growing problem in the United States. In fact, one in four children between the ages of two and five is overweight. The key to fighting childhood obesity is a healthy diet and exercise. It is so important to establish healthy habits at a young age so that children can build a foundation for good health and carry that mindset with them throughout life. The following are some ways you can help influence your children’s decisions when it comes to healthy habits. Have healthy o ... [Read More]
