Posts Tagged food modeling

Ask the Dietitian: How do I get my child to increase their intake of fruits and vegetables?

Dear Nicole, how do I know if my child is eating enough fruits and vegetables daily, and how do I get my child to increase their intake of fruits and vegetables? How many fruits and vegetables should my child be eating every day? Those are great questions

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How to Encourage Healthy Eating Through the Holidays

The holidays are here! That means lots of celebrations, busy schedules, school breaks, and favorite holiday treats. Keep reading for tips about how to encourage healthy eating through the holidays. 1. Involve kids in the kitchen. Let them help you pick a holiday recipe, prepare, and cook

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Changing Family Dinner Expectations: As a Pediatric Dietitian, I Often Want To Do Away With Family Dinner

By Amanda Gordon, MS, RDN, LDN, IBCLC and Nia Batmunkh, Dietetic Intern Changing family dinner expectations can be important for parents struggling with dinner. As a pediatric dietitian, I talk with many families about what dinner looks like in their homes.  After countless conversations with exasperated and

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