Calcium supplements are only a quick fix to what could be a long term problem. If you’re worried that your child isn’t getting enough of their daily calcium requirements, then lets get to the root of the problem first. Whilst an insurance policy like calcium supplements appear safe, over-doing the supplements aren’t and you could […]
Written by Bahee Van de Bor, Paediatric Dietitian Spooning a bit of yoghurt onto my children’s breakfast cereal this morning, I realised how overwhelming choosing a children’s yoghurt is for parents. Outbursts from the media suggest that there are shocking amounts of sugar in children’s yoghurts. Should you be worried? And I bet you […]
What are tryptophan foods? In a nutshell, tryptophan is an amino acid, a building block used to make protein. It’s, therefore, no surprise that foods abundant in tryptophan are found in foods that provide protein. If you are wondering how tryptophan in protein foods can help you and your child sleep better, the secret lies […]
Let your teenage children discover the authentic way to glowing hair and skin. Contrary to popular belief, popping vitamin supplements won’t necessarily guarantee hair growth and thickness. So if you are tired of reading about vitamin supplements for hair that promise magical wonders from specialist ingredients that don’t work, you are probably right to ditch […]
You asked and I listened. Here’s a simple list of brain boosting foods for kids. You might be surprised what’s revealed. Breastmilk Right from the word go nature has your kids covered with the power of omega-3 fatty acids in breastmilk. Why breastmilk? It is naturally enriched with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), in […]
Grass eating vegans? Of course not. Here’s an expert guide on vegan diets. Vegan diets are all about saying yes to the right plant proteins than just saying no to meat, eggs and dairy. Veganism may call out your name but before jumping in, weigh up the risks and benefits. For an expert guide on what […]
The short answer is yes. Meat is not essential for growth, or for a long and healthy life. The secret behind a winning vegan diet is planning, planning and planning! Why is the vegan diet safe for children? Just the other day, a journalist from a well-known publication asked me to comment on vegan diets […]
You say help, my child has been diagnosed with cows’ milk protein allergy and my toddler will not take a ‘specialist’ milk. The good news is that a generous variety of alternative ‘drinks’ can be found on supermarket shelves. Choice is not a problem; but which alternative milk drink to use can be overwhelming. […]