3 Nutrient Deficiencies That Can Fuel Picky Eating
As a pediatric nutritionist – and a mom of three – I’ve seen picky eating from both sides of the table. At one point, my daughter would barely eat anything beyond crackers, cucumbers, and blueberries. Dinner often ended in frustration, bribery, or tears (mine and...
Nut & Seed Butters: Which Is Best for Kids & Picky Eaters?
Let’s talk about one of my favourite proteins – nut and seed butters! I recently visited a family to assess their child’s food journal, and peanut butter (or Wow Butter) appeared at least once a day: PB & jam PB & apples PB in a smoothie PB...
Best Fish for Kids (and How to Get Kids to Eat Them!)
Finding the best fish for kids can feel impossible — after all, most picky eaters refuse seafood before even trying it. But what if your child asked for fish instead of their usual favourites? That’s exactly what happened when my 7-year-old ran came home from school...
Food Colouring Update – Red No. 3 Banned in the US
Last week, my daughter and I made a quick trip to Bulk Barn to pick up some baking supplies for her latest cupcake experiment. She loves baking, and I love encouraging her creativity. But as we scanned the aisles filled with brightly colored sprinkles, candy melts,...
How to Manage Halloween Candy: 5 Tricks
Do you find yourself dreading Halloween because of all the candy your kids collect? You’re not alone! Many parents struggle with how to handle Halloween candy without turning it into a sugar fest. The good news? There are strategies that can make it easier—and...Is picky eating genetic?
“I was picky as a kid – and now, my kid is too” Sound familiar? Could picky eating be a result of genetics – and something you can’t change? I was interviewed on CBC Radio this week and asked to share my insights on the study as a picky eating...
Ultimate East Coast Family Trip Itinerary (Part 2)
I’ve dreamt of doing a family RV trip across Canada for years. I mean, what mother doesn’t want to spend 14 days in a small moving space with their 3 children and husband? (wink, wink). Ok, so maybe this doesn’t sound like the most glamorous and...
The Ultimate Family East Coast Trip: Our RV Adventure
I’ve travelled a fair amount in my forty years of life, and I’m grateful for all the places I’ve been. Yet somehow, I have never made it to the Atlantic Coast of Canada – Nova Scotia, PEI, New Brunswick nor Newfoundland. An East Coast family trip has been on my...
Reducing Aggressive Behaviours in Children
Did you know that the food our kids eat can play a crucial role in shaping their behaviour? What your child eats can even address aggressive behaviours like bullying. A recent study, the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth (CHSCY), shed light on a...
