Preschool Nutrition

A-Z Guide

Iron Deficiency
The most common reason for a child to be anemic is an inadequate supply of iron. Iron is a mineral that your body needs... »

Q&A

Childhood Obesity
Overweight children are not gluttonous or lazy. In fact, many studies have shown that obese children do not eat more... »
Iron Deficiency Anemia
The most common reason for a young child to be anemic is an inadequate supply of iron. Iron is a mineral that your body... »
Milk and Constipation
Many people, doctors included, have only recently learned about the link between constipation and milk intolerance.... »
Olestra
Is Olestra, a non-absorbable fat, really safe? Shouldn’t we avoid junk food anyway – regardless of how much fat it... »
Vitamins and Children
Vitamins are, by definition, compounds necessary in trace amounts for the normal functioning of the human body. Are... »

Article

Family Mealtime All for One and One for All
It’s hard to overestimate the enormous potential of families sharing meals together. Prepare to be inspired! Even... »
Fathers for Organic – Part 6 of 7: A Father Provides
Tomatoes contain an important nutrient called lycopene. Lycopene is one of nature's most potent antioxidants. It has... »
Healthy Eating, Part II - What foods do children need? What foods should be avoided?
It's hard to compete against fast-food kids' meals--salty, fatty food, served quickly, in a bright, exciting place--and... »
Healthy Eating, Part III - The five greatest motivators for preschool children to eat healthy foods.
When feeding your kids, you are competing against multimillion-dollar advertising campaigns. Children's TV has many... »