Nutrition: Food & Culture

This week’s interview in my Nutrition: Food & Culture Series is the last of the series. It features an interview with a ten-year-old.

Dear Lesley: My Child Will Not Drink Water

I am not sure how to get her to drink water. I had to take my toddler to the doctor for a UTI. I was so sad that it happened, but I do not know what else to do to get her to drink water. She doesn’t drink much water at all. I put 75% water and 25% juice in her cup. She prefers water out of the bottle opposed to in a cup. Honestly, I just don’t know, and she is stubborn.

Dear Lesley: Tween Picky Eater

I need guidance on how to get my daughter to eat more. My daughter can be very picky. She struggles with eating at lunch away from the house. It is easy for me to add in things she likes or will eat when she eats at home. I want her to drive this bus if possible so she can start being in charge of her own health.

Dear Lesley: She Isn’t Gaining Weight

I need some advice! How can I get more protein and fat into my daughter’s diet? She doesn’t care for meat except sausages or beans (boo!). I’m looking for lunchbox ideas.

Dear Lesley: Gummy Mommy

My daughter is a picky eater, so it is hard to get her to eat her fruits and vegetables. She does like taking her gummy vitamins though. I was relieved when I found a way to get her more nutrients. She likes them so much that she really throws a tantrum when she can’t have them.

Practices to Model/Teach Children that Help Support and Maintain Healthy Immune Systems

I hope that you find this information helpful. Remember to consistently offer a variety of nutritious whole foods to your little one to help foster their interest in natural food early on.

Eating in Season: Tips for Parents

Eating foods that are in season is beneficial in that you are consuming foods that have naturally ripened therefore increasing the availability of the nutrients. Consuming foods in the proper season also enhances the flavor of those foods due to the reduction in chemical interference.