CHILDHOOD NUTRITION
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How the Drawbacks of Energy Drinks Far Outweigh Potential Benefits
Up to half of all teens and young adults consume energy drinks -- those high-caffeine beverages that purport to improve academic and sports performance, and the number of people consuming them is on the rise. But are the claims true?
9 Tips to Help You Avoid Food Poisoning from Chicken
Whether you're eating chicken fingers or coq a vin, if the chicken on your plate isn't properly handled during preparation, you might experience some serious consequences.
Are You Starting Your Baby on Solids at the Right Time?
Researchers have determined that about 16 percent of parents introduced solid foods too early.
How to Introduce Plant-Based Eating to Your Entire Family
Thinking about transitioning your family to plant-based cuisine exclusively or just a few days a week> What you need to know about for your youngest eaters' dietary needs.
Are Sugary Foods Putting Your Children at Risk for Heart Disease?
New guidelines on the amounts of sugar children should consume indicate that most kids will need to cut back on their sugar intake.
Why Most Children's Diets Lack Good Food
Many young children aren’t being exposed to the foods – especially fruits and vegetables – that will set them on a healthy path.
Recipe: Peanut Butter Teething Biscuits
Put aside those store-bought, manufactured teething biscuits and try our recipe for homemade teething biscuits. Child nutrition guidelines recommend giving your child peanut foods early to avoid developing nut allergies.
Why 'Bad' Food For Your Child is Sometimes Good
If your family eats healthy most of the time, nutritional lapses are no big deal – and can even teach kids important facts about food.