What Should Kids Eat for Breakfast? Easy Tips for Picky Eaters
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I don’t necessarily agree. I think what matters more is the first meal of the day, whenever your child is ready to eat it. Some kids wake up starving. Others don’t want...
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...
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...
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...
7 Fun & Healthy Lunch Ideas for Picky Eaters
Does your child get the same rotation of foods for lunch? Cheese, crackers, and a granola bar – again. Wishing you had some fun and healthy lunch ideas for picky eaters that you could send to school? If so, don’t fret! As a Nutritionist, I understand the...
