Explore nutrition tips, kids’ meal plans, kids’ activities, recipes and more from pediatric nutritionist, Melissa Halas, MA, RDN, CDE.

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Explore dietitian tips for kids meals and snacks, nutrition by age, special diets, family fitness, and more.

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Special Diets

The Scoop on Poop: Part 1

While poop might not be the most—ahem, polite—topic, what our stool can tell us about our health and nutrition is certainly something to talk about.

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Healthy Living Tips

Is Your Grocery Cart Holding You Back?

Learn how your choices at the grocery store at certain times of the year can make a big difference! It’s February and time to evaluate

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Fitness and Family

7 Sly Ways to Sneak in More Exercise

Want to hear the real secret to staying fit as a busy parent? Here are simple ways to stay active during times you wouldn’t usually

Healthy Living Tips

Healthy, Happy Families: Try These Six Tips

Incorporate these six tips into your family’s lifestyle, and in only a few weeks you may notice that you and your kids may drop a few pounds