Published 8th August 2016

nutrient needs in the early years

Nutrient needs in the early years are 4 - 5 times greater than for an adult.  Some nutritional knowledge is therefore essential in selecting a nutritious diet for your youngster....

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does my child need a vitamin D supplement?

This is a question many parents ask me. Multivitamin and mineral supplements should not be needed as nutrient deficiencies are rare in the UK. Provided your child is eating a...

Published 19th July 2016

portion sizes for your toddler

How confident do you feel about portion sizes for your toddler?  In a recent survey from the Infant & Toddler Form, 73% of mums felt that they their toddlers were...

Published 12th July 2016

weaning matters – does the mess bother you?

  Weaning babies can be a messy time.  Learning new self feeding skills is an important part of developing the relationship with food.  It helps infants to become more independent,...

Published 8th June 2016

foods rich in iron

All children need regular sources of iron-rich food, especially during later infancy, toddlerhood, teenage girls and for those following vegetarian or vegan diets.  Iron availability from food is variable, and...

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calcium and vitamin D in teens

The calcium and vitamin D combination is one of the most important vitamin and mineral duos for teenage nutrition. All teens need a good supply of calcium as their bones...