A new study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics shows what many experts suspected…children in the US are not getting enough vitamin D. Overall, 9%, representing 7.6 million US children and adolescents, were vitamin D deficient and 61%, representing 50.8 million US children and adolescents, had insufficient vitamin D stores. Children who drank milk […]
children's nutrition
Feeding Your Family — Fiber Boost
This weekend my cousin asked about high fiber foods to feed her toddler. Maintaining fiber in her toddler’s diet prevents constipation. Her daughter eats many fresh, raw fruits and most cooked vegetables. Apples, oranges, pears, bananas, berries, green peas, split peas, lentils, avocados, sweet potatoes, and artichokes are great choices. But my cousin was searching for […]
Summer Produce
In the summer, everything comes in full bloom. It’s the season to enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables. They are inexpensive, at their peak of flavor, and rich in fiber and nutrients. Find them at your local grocery store, farm market, or roadside stand. Choose: • Broccoli and green beans that are bright green and firm. […]