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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Getting Active with Kids in the Kitchen

There are many ways to help prevent your child from becoming overweight and teaching them how to cook in the kitchen is just one fun way!

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Fun and Tasty Ways to Add Fiber

High fiber foods can be very accessible and tasty! Some examples are listed below: Choose whole-grain cereals for meals and snacks. Give brown rice a

Fueling Children’s Bodies for Growth and Learning

An important component of learning for students is fueling their bodies and minds with nutritious, wholesome food that provides the proper nutrients and energy required

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Food Safety: Must Know Tips for Every Parent

Here are simple food safety practices that you can add into your family’s daily routine.  These good habits will serve your kids for a lifetime.

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Food Safety 101

Learn these quick and easy tips for food safety to keep the whole family safe when preparing foods at home! The Food and Drug Administration

Food Label Literate – Part One

Food labels are filled with information but do you know what you should be looking for? Use the tips below to become food label literate.

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Family Fun Breakfast

Start your day right by eating a family fun breakfast AND spending time with your family! For many families, eating meals together – especially breakfast

Dining-Out Style Dinners

Here are some dining out favorites that you can replicate at home. Tie on your apron and watch as your kitchen is transformed into your