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If you have ever questioned if you child should be taking a multivitamin or wondered if you should keep your child on their multivitamin then this one is for you. Today we look at a research study that investigated multivitamins for kids and if they actually meet the nutrient needs of our children. Multivitamins can be expensive and they're all slightly different; it can be hard to choose the right one. We'll give you the 411 and tell you if a multivitamin is the right choice for your child.

Additional Links:

Read “Do Multivitamins/ Mineral Dietary Supplements for Young Children Fill Critical Nutrient Gaps” here:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34687947/#:~:text=Most%20MVMs%20contained%20many%20of,in%20intakes%20and%20avoid%20excess.

Vitamin E deficiencies in the US: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519051/

Vitamin Food sources: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/#h3

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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In this week’s episode we are joined by Food Freedom Holistic Health Coach and Founder of the Food Freedom Academy Sabrina Magnan. Sabrina is joining us this week while we talk about intuitive eating for kids and how to raise an intuitive eater in this world of diet culture that we live in. We discuss some of the best ways to raise your child with a healthy relationship with food and how to handle “fun foods” with your little ones.

Links:

Check out Sabrina’s Podcast Live Unrestricted here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-unrestricted-the-intuitive-eating-food-freedom/id1657669984

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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High cholesterol in children is something Jen is seeing more and more in her practice so it's time for some education on cholesterol, how it affects our bodies, and some of the best ways to keep our cholesterol levels low. Plus, we provide some education on different types of fats including saturated fat, trans fats, and unsaturated fats, and how the consumption of these different fats affects our cholesterol levels.

Additional Links:

Cholesterol: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-and-cholesterol/cholesterol/

High cholesterol in children: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12113-high-cholesterol-in-children

How to reduce fat and Cholestrol: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/nutrition/Pages/How-to-Reduce-Fat-and-Cholesterol-in-Your-Childs-Diet.aspx#:~:text=Rely%20on%20low%2Dfat%20milk,%2C%20sour%20cream%2C%20and%20gravy.

Different Types of Fats: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/prevention-and-treatment-of-high-cholesterol-hyperlipidemia/the-skinny-on-fats

Cholesterol Basics:

https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/about-cholesterol

High Blood Triglycerides:

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/high-blood-triglycerides#:~:text=Triglycerides%20are%20a%20type%20of,does%20not%20need%20right%20away.

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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Happy 50 episodes! Today we are going to be taking you through the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding. We have more episodes to come on this topic but please be sure to message us with any suggestions or questions for future episode!

Additional Resources:

Breastfeeding Benefits CDC:

https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby.

Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E Brown

Lactoferrrin:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/

AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding:

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired.

Additional Compisition information:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/

Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding by the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day.

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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This week we are continuing our discussion about the Mediterranean diet with some practical applications of the diet. We are going to be talking about some easy swaps you can make for your family today. Then we look at a dietary recall from one of Jen’s picky eating clients and talk about how we would make changes to incorporate more Mediterranean aspects that would work for a picky eater. Lastly, we give lots of Mediterranean diet inspired recipe ideas to get your started on your Med diet journey.

Additional Links:

Mediterranean Diet for Beginners:

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/291120/mediterranean-diet-for-beginners-everything-you-need-to-get-started/

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here:

https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/

Listen to our “Food Chaining” episode here:

https://momwhatsfordinner.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14660563

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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The Mediterranean diet is all the rage right now but is it healthy for our kids? This week we break down the Mediterranean diet, its benefits, if it is safe for your child, and some of the most important things to consider if you do choose to make the switch for your child. During this week’s product review of "Keto Coconut Clusters" Jen explains net carbs and sugar alcohols.

Additional Links:
The Mediterranean Diet by The American Heart Association:

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/mediterranean-diet

The Mediterranean Diet for Kids by The Nourished Child:

https://thenourishedchild.com/mediterranean-diet-for-kids/

Check out the PREDIMED study here:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28684083/

Listen to our sugar episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13209691

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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This week is all about easy weeknight dinner ideas. These super quick and easy meals are perfect for those late nights when you are running around between practices, recitals, games, and any other afterschool activities you might have filling up your schedules.

Additional Resources:

Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here:

https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/

Listen to Episode 34 “Nourishing Your Family if You Hate Cooking” here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14489659

Listen to Episode 7 “Cooking Inspiration and Jen’s Favorite Recipes” here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13322909

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

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If your child has been dropping foods or refusing to try new foods, we are here to help! This week we are discussing food rejections, why they happen, and what you can do to stop the refusals. Then we review Welches strawberry and banana protein smoothie.

Additional Links and related episodes:

Read more about Food Refusals Here:

https://www.childfeedingguide.co.uk/tips/common-feeding-pitfalls/food-refusal/

Flavor Preferences of Infants:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6566792/#:~:text=Infants%20prefer%20the%20sweet%20taste,food%20and%20the%20eating%20environment.

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Listen to our Baby led weaning episode:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13954115

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13954196

Listen to our Division of Responsibility episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14169525

Listen to our MyPlate episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14037700

Listen to our making a feeding schedule episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14660547

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.