5 Practical Ways to Support Kids’ Nutrition (with Dana White, RD)

Dana White, RD

Registered Dietitian

5 Practical Ways to Support Kids’ Nutrition

This post was sponsored by Biostime Kids Fruity Bites. All opinions are my own.

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Feeding kids can be tricky to say the least – as a registered dietitian and mom of 3, I am always trying to crack the code on how to get in all nutrition while providing foods my kids will actually want to eat. I am a believer in using a combination of both food and dietary supplements to optimize nutrient intake but know that many parents struggle finding products to best fit their children’s needs. There are some simple (and yummy) steps you can take starting today. Here are my top 5 practical ways to support kids’ nutrition.

#1 Get Kids Involved

From planning to shopping to cooking – if they have some ownership, they will be more inclined and excited for healthy meals. It might to lead to a slightly larger mess in the kitchen from time to time, but they can help with the clean up too! I suggest planning out a meal planning roadmap – a framework for the week ahead. Let the kids help fill in the blanks by choosing a meal or 2 or selecting a star ingredient to include. Visit a farmstand or a local farmers’ market, plant a garden (or even a basil plant!) – the more kids understand about food and where it comes from, the more interested they will be in eating it.

https://danawhitenutrition.com/2015/01/meal-planning-tips-dinner-road-map/

#2 Support Gut Health

From yogurt and sourdough to fiber-filled fruits and veggies and safe supplements, pre and probiotics are essential for optimal nutrient absorption and overall wellness. Finding consistent ways to get in these essential nutrients impacts health in a variety of ways. A healthy microbiome impacts not only digestion and nutrient absorption, but immune health and protection against chronic illnesses.

https://danawhitenutrition.com/recipe/peanut-butter-frozen-yogurt-bark/

#3 Bring the Color

There’s no such thing as a bad fruit or vegetable – take advantage of fresh, frozen, canned and dried to get more servings in. Yes, salads are an option, but smoothies, pasta dishes, soups and even baked goods spiked with fruits and veg can all help boost intake.

Recipes to try:

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Crazy Good Bean Salad

Smoothie and Smoothie Bowl Recipes

One-Pot Lemony Pasta

Easy Soup Recipes

https://danawhitenutrition.com/recipe/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-muffins/

https://danawhitenutrition.com/recipe/crazy-good-bean-salad/

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https://danawhitenutrition.com/recipe/healthy-one-pan-dinners-one-pot-lemony-caprese-linguine/

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#4 Prioritize All Types of Protein

Serve up a variety of both plant and animal protein. The texture of foods is a big deal for kids and can impact what they choose – and there is no disputing how important protein rich foods are for growth and development. Choose lean meats and fish as well as lentils, beans and tofu to expand the fam’s repertoire.

https://danawhitenutrition.com/recipe/crispy-skillet-tofu/

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1 8 top allergens include milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame.