Iron is a vital mineral requiring a delicate balance in the body. While too little iron can cause developmental issue in infants, too much can also have adverse effects. Many foods for infants and children are fortified with iron because many children in earlier decades were deficient. But has all this fortification lead to kids getting too much iron? A new study found that in the case of infant formula, the answer may be yes. (more…)
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Routine Iron Fortification of Infant Formula Linked to Poorer Development
Monday, November 14th, 2011Penn State Study Found Hiding Vegetables in Kids’ Foods Can Increase Vegetable Intake
Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011While we know kids should eat their vegetables, it is not always the easiest task to accomplish. Parents can increase veggie options at meals or snack time, but for some kids just the sight of broccoli is enough to send them running for cover. If you have joined the ranks of clever mums who sneak healthy foods into their tots’ meals, you may be onto to something as a recent study found that kids ate more veggies and fewer calories when vegetables were in disguise. (more…)
Healthy Eating on the Go
Thursday, July 28th, 2011
As recently discussed, more kids are eating prepared and fast foods, which are not helping maintain a healthy weight. Even though it is summertime, parents still find themselves ‘on the go’ with vacations, daily outings, kids’ activities, play dates, and fun in the sun. Just because you are on the go doesn’t mean you can’t eat healthy. Here are some tips for healthy eating on the go: (more…)
Study Finds Children Eating More, and More Frequently Outside the Home
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011U.S. Pushes School Cafeterias towards Healthier Offerings
Thursday, May 19th, 2011As a mum you want what is best for your child and try to get your baby off to the healthiest start possible. There are, however, times when you cannot control what your child is being fed particularly when the school aged years start and your child is eating lunch at the cafeteria. While we all may have fond memories of our school lunch ladies, what is being served isn’t ultimately up to them but rather what school district funding will allow. With the childhood obesity epidemic on the rise, the government is finally stepping in to make kid’s school lunches healthier. (more…)
Baby-led Weaning is Feasible but Could Cause Nutritional Problems for a Minority of Infants
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011Babies express their own sign
s of readiness for solid foods when it is time for weaning like grabbing at your fork or the food on your plate. This typically happens between 5-8 months of age, but every baby is different and will typically let you know when they are seeking an interest in solid foods. Currently the World Health Organization recommends waiting until a baby is 6 months of age to get started on started on solids; however a new study is challenging this idea for some infants. (more…)
Heart Assocation Tips for Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables and Fruit
Monday, December 6th, 2010In the midst of the cookies, candies, and cakes (oh my!) this season tends to bring, the American Heart Association (AHA) reveals 10 tips to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. This is no coincidental timing by the AHA, as their own recently reported study found that kids who eat lots of fruits and veggies have healthier arteries as adults. (more…)
How to Boost Kid’s Iron Intake
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010All this talk about iron and the new AAP guidelines leads us to the most important aspect of iron intake (especially for this dietitian) and that is how to get more iron in your kids’ diet. Most kids can get adequate iron from the foods they eat with just a little parental mealtime savvy. (more…)
More Infants Should Receive Iron Supplements, Researchers Urge
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010Prior to the process of enrichment, or the addition of vitamins to processed foods, iron deficiency was a serious problem especially in babies and young children. Efficient iron intake has improved immensely for kids but certainly has not disappeared. A new study explains it may be beneficial to offer iron supplements to certain newborn babies. (more…)
Healthy Toddler Snacks
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010Is your child too busy playing to stop and eat? When he does slow down for a snack, does he take only 2 bites and race back to what he was doing? If you answered yes to these questions, you are probably the parent of a toddler. With such erratic eating habits, it is important you provide healthy, nutritious snacks for your toddler.
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Colleen Hurley, RD, Certified Kid's Nutrition Specialist, is the Mum-Mum Blog contributor.
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