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Jan 15

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20 Tips on How to Get Toddlers and Children to Eat Their Vegetables

Toddlers and children can be very picky eaters. There are scientific studies that point to reasons why this is so. For one, there is rapid growth the average one-year-old undergoes, and following such a developmental process, (kids between one and three years of age), toddlers gain weight more slowly. This equates to needing less food. The amount of learning, discovering and adaptation that takes place daily also affects their eating patterns. Because little ones rarely sit still for long…See More

Dec 9, 2011

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Foods to Help Recover After the Stomach Flu: From Toddlers to Adults

The stomach flu is not really the flu at all, but most likely a virus called gastroenteritis, which is an inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract. This “intestinal flu” produces different symptoms in different people usually marked by nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and a general sick feeling. While the virus is active, you may not eat much of anything and may even lose weight due to fluid loss. As you begin to feel better and your appetite returns, you want to be careful…See More

Nov 29, 2011

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Foods to Help Recover After the Stomach Flu: From Toddlers to Adults

Nov 28, 2011

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13 Tips for Making Healthier Thanksgiving Meal Decisions

According to the American Council on Exercise, most of us consume over 4,000 calories in a single holiday meal. That's enough to pack on over a pound; a pound that often snowballs into a significant spare tire by the New Year. You may not even realize which holiday treats do the most damage, and not all Thanksgiving dishes are exactly good for you - in fact, many of them aren't. The good news is that there are a few easy tweaks you can make in your recipes or during food preparation to create…See More

Nov 24, 2011

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Teething Remedies for Babies and Toddlers

It is extremely difficult to see your child in pain when he or she is teething, but it is an inevitable milestone that each parent has to face. It is part of the growing pains of being a baby, and a parent, and each person will begin the teething process at a different time. Teething symptoms may include irritability, drooling, biting or gnawing, cheek rubbing, diarrhea, fever or insomnia. Fortunately, there are natural steps to help ease your child's pain.Most children start teething from the…See More

Nov 15, 2011

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Top 15 SUPERFOODS for Babies and Toddlers

Making healthy meals takes some planning. But that can be difficult for working parents struggling to get home in time to pick their kids up from their latest extracurricular activity, or trying to feed a child that only wants processed foods like macaroni and cheese or pizza at every meal. Do not fret. Small changes in daily routine, nutritional understanding and fitness awareness can make huge differences in your family’s overall health. Incorporating healthy and nutritious foods into your…See More

Nov 10, 2011

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Top 15 SUPERFOODS for Babies and Toddlers

Nov 10, 2011

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Resources for Nutritional Immunity for Children

Having a first child is a revelation, to most if not all people. No new parent wants to make a mistake when it comes to his/her child’s health and nutritional immunity. It is not uncommon for mothers-to-be, new mothers, or current mothers to buy volumes of “how to” baby books and march to the Emergency Room when the baby is slightly fussy. There are more and more information flooding the internet and supermarket isles, as well as the media and doctor offices.What are the right steps to raising…See More

Nov 8, 2011

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Resources for Nutritional Immunity for Children

Nov 3, 2011

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15 SUPERFOODS for Under $20

Eating healthy does not have to cost the whole pay check! Fruits, vegetables, and whole foods in general are pricey and when you are trying to feed a family of four on a budget, choosing nutrient dense foods without draining your wallet may seem difficult. Where are the coupons for healthy, fresh good-for-you foods? Guess what? Some of the healthiest foods in the world are quite affordable. Cheap, even. From veggies to whole grains and everywhere in between, the following list highlights the…See More

Oct 27, 2011

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10 Top Worst Foods for Children

Today’s diet is worse than ever, dominated by processed foods containing insignificant amounts of nutrients. In addition, scientific research shows that the trans-fat, high fructose corn syrup, sugar, white flour, butter, nitrates, and concentrated sweeteners all contribute to the obesity, cancer causing cell development and increasing hyperactivity in both children and adults.As parents, we are responsible for providing the right type of guidelines and examples for our children during meal and…See More

Oct 24, 2011

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Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy

When you are expecting, everything you eat and drink directly impacts your child’s health. Because pregnancy affects your immune system, you and your unborn baby are more susceptible to the bacteria, viruses, and parasites that cause foodborne illness Everyday foods and beverages, even environmental factors, take on new meaning, as some may present a danger to your developing baby. Even if you don’t feel sick, some “bugs” like Listeria and Toxoplasma can infect your baby and cause serious…See More

Oct 15, 2011

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How to Keep Your Food and Family Safe

With the recent listeria outbreak from tainted cantaloupes which has left 13 people dead in another deadly United States food borne illness epidemic, it is more and more important for consumers to take extra precautionary steps in preventing such foodborne illnesses from occurring. There are several easy steps that you can take, many of which begin at the supermarket, grocery store, or any other place where food is purchased, to better ensure safety. According to the Center for Disease and…See More

Oct 13, 2011

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Ways to Soothe Yourself without Food

Food has the power to temporarily alleviate stress and sadness, enhance joy, and bring us comfort when we need it most. Maybe it’s cultural, or maybe it is the way in which we celebrate victories, birthdays, memories, the end of each work day, and pass the time in between? It is no wonder experts estimate that 75 percent of overeating is triggered by our emotions, not physical hunger. So much overeating is caused not by hunger, but by our emotions. Eating is a common coping mechanism for…See More

Oct 9, 2011

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How Do Medications, Alcohol, Caffeine, and Recreational Drugs Affect Your Breast Milk

Posted on May 13, 2012 at 2:52pm 0 Comments 1 Like

Many substances can travel from your bloodstream into the breast milk. This, for mothers of nursing babies, means that what you eat, drink and consume can affect the quality and nutritional content of your baby’s food. How do medicines, alcohol, caffeine, and recreational drugs measure up and what precautions should you take? Read below to find out.

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Although many medications are safe to use when you're breastfeeding, most drugs will get into…

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Stronger and Smarter: 10 Top Brain Foods For Children

Posted on April 20, 2012 at 3:14pm 0 Comments 1 Like

The brain is the first of the body's organs to absorb nutrients from the food eaten. A child's nutritional palate has everything to do brain function, memory, and concentration. Studies prove time and time again that there is a great positive correlation with the types of foods children eat and their mood, attention spans, behavior, and test scores. Below are top super "brain foods" that may help boost a child's brain development and growth

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Food Coloring and Children: Links to ADD and ADHD

Posted on April 11, 2012 at 11:55pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Artificial food dyes are made from petroleum and approved for use by the FDA to enhance the color of processed foods. Many food choices for adults and especially marketed and showcased to children contain artificial food coloring that can have negative effects upon little people’s behavior, impulse control, attention, ability to focus, learning, thinking, and energy level. Children are particularly susceptible to the effects of food dyes, especially those with ADHD and ADD.

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Dairy Allergy or Dairy Intolerance? Top 10 Sources for Calcium Besides Milk

Posted on February 6, 2012 at 11:59pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

When children or adults have dairy allergies or intolerances, finding dairy substitutes may be a little challenging. Most people know that dairy is good for the body because it provides generous sources of calcium. Because calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body (ninety-nine percent of the body's calcium is stored in bones and teeth for structural support) it can be easily leeched out of the bones due to the amount of acidic foods we may consume. What most people do not…

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At 3:02pm on January 15, 2012, Natalie H said…: Hi Nancy, I am wondering if you have a website for your nutrition advice? Can I feature you on my blog for my studio? www.purefitnessoc.com

At 2:18am on July 19, 2011, Ashley Hunter said…: Thanks hun! Great chatting w/u as well! Hope to see u soon :)

At 9:56pm on July 18, 2011, Jaimee Lewandowski said…: Great meeting you and Alexander. My Butt still hurts. LOL I was telling Linda that Im going to set up a playdate at Baby Beach. Hope you guys can join us.

At 9:51pm on July 18, 2011, Krista McAdam said…: It was nice meeting you & your little guy today too. Hope to see you @ another playdate soon.

At 9:36pm on June 11, 2010, Cristina Wang said…: Thanks Nancy! I've actually had a friend tell me that she would nurse on her "my breast friend pillow" and just carry the whole thing to the bathroom! lol. I could never manage that, but I did shock the heck out of some friends when I went to the bathroom at Disneyland while wearing my son in a Baby Bjorn! Isn't motherhood great ;-)?