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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Fitness and Family

KISS Nutrition – Keep It Super Simple

The title says it all! When coming up with health and nutrition goals, focus on one nutrition or lifestyle concern at a time. Nutrition and lifestyle goals

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Fitness and Family

Secrets of Goal Setting for Kids and Adults

Learn new secrets to goal setting for kids and adults to help everyone in your family have a successful New Year! After a particularly challenging

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Children's Book Corner

Book Review: Healthy Eating for Families

This engaging and colorful book is a wonderful way to introduce your children to the power of plant-forward eating. Book Author: Melissa Halas, MA, RDN,

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Children's Book Corner

When Good Fruit Goes Bad: Book Review

This whimsical book will teach your children about minimizing food waste through delicious solutions to overripe fruit! By Vernon D. Gibbs and Steven T. Gray

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Healthy Living Tips

Pomegranate Benefits: The Antioxidant Powerhouse

Learn more about the sweet pomegranate benefits that can help protect your heart, memory, and bones, with tips and recipe ideas! Punica granatum, commonly known

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Special Diets

Is Soy Safe for Kids?

Yes, soy is safe for kids and can be part of a healthy balanced diet for boys, girls, and families!  Soy, along with a variety