Eating habits are set in early childhood. Vegetarian diets give your child the chance to learn to enjoy a variety of wonderful, nutritious foods. They provide excellent nutrition for all stages of childhood, from birth through adolescence. Infants

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The teenage years are trying times in a lot of ways, especially in terms of nutrition. Adolescence is indeed a period of high nutritional risk, when the increased demands for nutrients are often met with poor choices of foods, unhealthy eating habits

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For children ages two to twelve, it is very important to instill good eating habits and avoid overindulgence in refined sugars and flours and high-fat, fried fast foods. Children need a lot of nourishing foods to provide them with all of the importan

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We might as well begin with the beginning of life. The time preceding birth, when the baby is still inside its mother, is an important period of growth and development, and at that time as well as after birth, the baby’s health is very dependen

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Chicken soup does help clear nasal clog. Ginger seems to settle stomachs. Dark greens such as spinach are loaded with vitamins A and C. And salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have an anti-inflammatory effect. Quite simply, a well-

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When counting calories, or just satisfying your curiosity, its good to know that all healthy beverages are not created equal. While bottled water has no calories, red wine tops 200 calories. Of course, choosing a beverage that is right for you involv

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All beverages provide hydration, which is important for children and adults alike. Beverages like milk, soy beverages and fruit juice also provide energy and other nutrients that growing children need, while options like water and low-calorie juice d

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  Infants who drink cow's milk in the first year of life are at risk for iron deficiency anemia. Cow's milk is the most common dietary cause of iron deficiency in infants. Do not give cow's milk to your infant in the first year of life. Breastf

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What is iron deficiency anemia? Anemia means having fewer or smaller red blood cells than normal. Iron is a key part of hemoglobin, which is the part of the red blood cell that carries oxygen from the lungs out to the rest of the body. Children can

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  You may want to try the following suggestions to make mealtimes easier and more enjoyable: Tell your child that it will be time to eat soon 10 to 15 minutes before mealtime. Children may be so tired or excited from play activities that

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  Offer your child food that is tasty and looks good, and offer the right amount. A good rule of thumb is to offer 1 tablespoon of each kind of food for each year of your child's age. If your child is still hungry, you can serve more. Don't for

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  How much your child eats may be very different from how much another child eats. Don't worry if it seems that your child doesn't eat enough at one meal. Children often make up for a small meal or a missed meal at the next mealtime. You'll kn

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  The best way to lose weight is to eat healthier and to exercise more. As a parent, you can help your child do both. Talk to your doctor about the best ways for your child to lose weight. Be patient--it may take a long time. Don't limit how mu

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If my child is heavy now, will he or she always have a weight problem? Not all heavy children have weight problems as adults. However, as children get older, their risk for staying overweight goes up. The risk is even higher if one or both parents a

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  Most of what your child eats depends on what you bring home from the grocery store. Try not to buy foods that are pre-packaged, sugary or high in fat. Instead, buy foods that are low in fat and high in fiber. After your child is 2 years old,

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  Your doctor will use a chart to find out if your child might be overweight. If your child is heavier than 85% of other children who are the same age and height, he or she is probably considered to be overweight.   What can I do to keep

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  Fruits, vegetables, breads and cereals also make great snacks for children. Here are some ideas for ways to serve these foods to your kids:    

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  Breakfast: The first meal of the day is a good time to give your child foods that are high in fiber, such as cereals and whole-grain breads. Juices, cheeses and yogurt are also good breakfast foods, but fruit has more fiber than fruit juice.

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  Many more children in the United States are being diagnosed with high cholesterol (also called hypercholesterolemia), or as overweight or obese. High cholesterol, overweight and obesity can cause many problems with your child's health now and

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