Picky Eaters
Fruits Vs.Veggies … Texture, Size and Shape Matter
Getting your kids to eat veggies and new healthy foods may be all about the texture! Parents often struggle with getting their kids to eat
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
About the Author
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Melissa is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with a master's in nutrition education. She is the founder of SuperKids Nutrition Inc. Read more about her Super Crew children’s books and her experience as a registered dietitian on the About Melissa and Shop page. Discover how nutrition can help you live your best health potential through her plant-based books and newsletter on Melissa’s Healthy Living.
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Healthy Living Tips
10 Ways to Cut Down on Sodium
Learn common foods that contain sodium, and easy ways to make sure your children aren’t getting too much! As a parent concerned about your child’s
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Fitness and Family
5 Fit Kid Secrets for Winter
Here are helpful tips if you’re struggling to keep you and your kids on track with healthy living during the holiday season! If your goals
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition and Weight
Debunking the Role of Genetics in Obesity
While it is true that genetics play a role in body size, shape, and weight, the environment and lifestyle choices are just as important! As
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition By Age
5 Easy & Tasty Brunch Ideas for Teens
Get your teens involved in simple meal preparation now, so they can learn some healthy survival cooking skills for later! You don’t have to be a
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Healthy Living Tips
My Messy but Healthy Kitchen – Why Perfection Isn’t Always the Best
The inside truth to how a dietitian is in the kitchen. Being messy doesn’t mean your food can’t be healthy! People often ask what types
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Healthy Living Tips
When to Toss it? Food Expiration Guidelines
Not sure when you should toss your food? Take a look at our quick go-to guide to get started! In my house, I am constantly
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Fitness and Family
Make a SPLASH -Fun Ways to Enjoy Water
Water can be enjoyed from the inside out! Whether it’s at the beach, the pool or filtered and chilled in a cup, make H20 an
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition and Weight
Teaching Body Image: Don’t Say, I’m So Fat!
With childhood obesity on the rise, there are a lot of anti-obesity campaigns that can sometimes be misinterpreted by a child and their family. Here
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