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Oct 12, 2023 / Nutrition

Sports Nutrition Guidelines for the Young Athlete

Eating well isn’t just important for proper development in the childhood and teenage years, it’s also essential for performance and success in sports. While it’s important for your child to eat a variety of healthful foods, ensuring that your child eats enough food is sometimes overlooked. After all, food is fuel— the food that your…

Oct 03, 2023 / Behavioral Health

ADHD Treatment

If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, you’re not alone. As much as 7 percent of all children share this diagnosis. When it comes to treatment, it is important that you make the best choice for your child and your family. We want to…

May 12, 2023 / Dietitian & Recipes

Gardening is Great for Kids

Spring is finally here! It’s a time of renewal, a time to get outside, and a great time to cultivate brand-new hobbies with your kids. Have you ever thought about starting an edible garden in your home? Better yet, have you thought about encouraging your…

Apr 28, 2023 / Healthy Living

Sleep: why is it so important for kids?

Sleep is one of the most important aspects of your child’s health. This is because much brain development and physical growth occurs when your child sleeps. Growth hormone, which is responsible for bone growth, is secreted at the highest levels within one hour after the…

Feb 23, 2023 / Colds & Illnesses

What You Need to Know About RSV

RSV—three simple letters that sometimes strike unease into the hearts of parents. But as with most seasonal respiratory illnesses, the more you know about RSV, the more you realize that most kids recover just fine on their own. You can also be prepared to take…