Raising Good Eaters– Keep healthy foods readily available. Have produce washed and ready to grab out of the fridge. Store it in glass containers at eye level so if your child opens the fridge ...

Another top food for children's growth on Dr. Elliston's list is eggs, which is a good source of protein, choline (important for brain development and bone health), folate (important for brain and ...

Takeaways. Most kids can get the vitamins they need from a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, and proteins. Some kids, such as picky eaters and those with special diets ...

Some children may throw a tantrum, gag, spit out their food, or outright refuse to eat. Mealtime can be a real problem for some families, especially for children who respond negatively to certain ...

Staying the course condemns today’s children to lifetimes of chronic disease — and, for the first time in U.S. history, the prospect of dying younger than their parents.

5 tips for raising children with healthy food habits Published: May. 25, 2025, 9:00 a.m. If you have a fussy eater, chicken nugget meals will not be dinner forever.

Childhood overweight and obesity are a growing public health challenge in South Africa. In 2016, 13% of the country’s children were reported to be obese.This is predicted to double by 2030 ...

If you're a parent, mealtime can be a struggle. You spend precious time and energy making a nutrient-rich meal you think the whole family will love, only to have your kids pick at their food and ...