Meal Tips
10 Easy Kids’ School Lunch Ideas
A colorful plate adds more than just nutrition – it provides an abundance of flavor and visual appeal! Here are ten healthy school lunch ideas
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
Juice for Kids: Is It Healthy & Which Ones to Choose?
Here are key things to know about juice for kids, and how to choose one that will help your kids meet their needs while reducing
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Infants and Toddlers
Iron Foods for Kids and Babies & How Much They Need
Feel confident about your mealtime choices by learning about iron needs and iron-rich foods for kids and babies. Infants, toddlers, and adolescents bud faster than
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Tasty Recipes
Easy Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Recipes for Kids
Do you struggle to get your kids to try new foods? Make it a taste test challenge! I use this strategy when counseling families to
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Special Diets
Food Allergy Substitutions for Your Kids
Finding food allergy substitutions for common allergens doesn’t have to be hard! We have tasty solutions for allergies and intolerances, including milk, egg, peanuts, tree
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Moms Nutrition
Gifts for Parents or Adults Who Love to Cook
Gift something more original than last year with these food-themed ideas and gifts for parents or adult family members and friends. Looking for a holiday
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Fruits and Vegetables
7 Healthy Holiday Tips for Kids
This holiday season, brighten up your kid’s eating habits without sacrificing the sweet traditions. Help your family feel their best throughout all the festivities with
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Special Diets
Healthy Food Swaps for Ramadan
Try these healthy food swaps during Ramadan to prevent weight gain and to make sure you’re getting the nutrients you need. Many Americans and people
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition By Age
Healthy Easter Activities for the Family
Get everyone moving at home this Easter with these fun Easter activities! All ages included in the games and celebrations! Kids love playing and spending
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
