Podcasts by The Nourished Child
The Nourished Child is about child nutrition, feeding kids, and dealing with the ups and downs of raising healthy eaters. Dealing with picky eating? A young athlete? Or do you just want to focus on healthy eating? No matter the age, good nutrition for today’s child can be complicated and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be. Join Jill Castle, a registered dietitian, pediatric nutritionist, author, and mom as she gives nutrition advice, feeding strategies, and health tips so you raise a healthy child, inside and out. Let the Nourished Child guide you along the way to a happy, healthy, well-nourished child.
Further podcasts by Jill Castle, MS, RDN
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Stereotyping Children About Their Size, Eating, and Activity Levels from 2023-11-23T08:00
Jill reviews three labels adults place on kids about their eating, size, and activity levels, and the impact these have on children’s well-being.
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How to Arm Your Child Against Dysfunctional Eating with Jessica Setnick from 2023-11-09T08:00
Jessica Setnick shares her insights on dysfunctional eating in children and what parents can do right now to protect them.
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Is it okay for a child to be a pescatarian? from 2023-10-26T07:00
Is it safe for children to be pescatarian? Understand the benefits, watch-outs, and potential mistakes when raising a pescatarian child.
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The State of the Teen Plate with Ty Beal from 2023-10-12T07:00
Ty Beal shares his research and insights on adolescent nutrition in the U.S. and globally. Sponsored by Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner.®, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff.
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Can Your Diet Be Healthy if You Eat Ultra-Processed Foods? with Julie Hess from 2023-09-28T07:00
Julie Hess shares how she planned a healthy diet pattern that meets the Dietary Guidelines for Americans using ultra-processed foods.
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The Inlaws: Eating, Feeding, Food and Kids’ Bodies from 2023-09-14T07:00
Jill answers a listener’s question about inlaws who constantly talk about nutrition, weight, and health when her toddler is around.
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Making Fruits and Vegetables Fun with Lori Taylor from 2023-08-31T07:00
Lori Taylor of The Produce Moms talks about making fruits and vegetables fun for kids.
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A Meal and Snack Schedule Works for Kids...Period from 2023-08-17T07:00
One of the easiest things you can do to help your child be a better eater (and all the reasons why)!
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Raw Milk vs. Pasteurized Milk from 2023-08-03T07:00
In the quest for sustainable, unprocessed food, the consumption of raw milk is increasing. But is it a good idea for kids?
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Is Aspartame Bad for Kids? from 2023-07-20T07:00
Is aspartame bad for you? For your kids? Jill dives into the safety of aspartame for children and offers some strategies to ease your mind.
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Is It Safe for Kids to Lift Weights? from 2023-07-06T07:00
Strength training is safe for kids under certain conditions. Jill Castle breaks down whether or not kids can lift weights and considerations for parents.
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Is Prime Drink Okay for Kids? from 2023-06-22T07:00
Many kids are asking for Prime drink, but is it good for them? Jill Castle breaks down nutrition, safety, and other considerations about Prime.
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My Baby Won’t Spoon Feed from 2023-06-08T07:00
My baby won’t spoon feed! Jill Castle offers tips and advice for parents when their baby is refusing spoon feeding.
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It’s a Wrap (+ Some Updates) from 2023-05-25T07:00
Jill Castle recaps Season 7 of The Nourished Child podcast and shares some announcements for parents and professionals.
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My Kids Want to Spend Money on Food from 2023-05-11T07:00
Listener question: How do I handle it when my child wants to spend money on food? Jill Castle answers and offers resources for parents and their kids.
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Nourish the Person, Not the Shame with JC Lippold from 2023-04-27T07:00
JC Lippold discusses the cycle of shame in nutrition, fitness, and parenting and offers tips for minimizing shame.
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How Can I Support a Healthier Body Image? from 2023-04-13T07:00
Listener question: How can I support a healthier body image in my child? Jill answers and offers resources for parents and their kids.
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Why is Sleep Important for Kids? from 2023-03-30T07:00
Dr. Cara Palmer sheds light on the physical and emotional benefits of sleep for kids.
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Cultural Foods and Shaming with Maya Feller from 2023-03-16T07:00
Maya Feller discusses the importance of introducing children to cultural foods and the harms of food shaming and bias in promoting an unbiased approach to discussing nutrition.
Cooking with Preschoolers with Dr. Yum from 2023-03-02T08:00
Dr. Nimali Fernando, also known as "Dr. Yum," talks about why cooking with preschoolers can be a fun and educational experience and how parents can involve their children in the kitche...
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Disappointment and Concern: The AAP Guidelines for Children with Larger Bodies from 2023-02-16T08:00
Jill Castle talks about the new AAP clinical practice guidelines for children with larger bodies.
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How Body Image and Stigma Spur Eating Disorders in Kids with Kendrin Sonneville from 2023-02-02T08:00
Dr. Kendrin Sonneville talks about how body image and stigma lead to the development of eating disorders in children.
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Reframe Your Mindset: 5 Shifts for 2023 from 2023-01-19T08:00
Jill Castle talks about how to reframe your mindset as a parent who is feeding kids in 2023.
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Weight Stigma in Youth with Rebecca Puhl from 2023-01-05T08:00
We talk about weight stigma in kids with Rebecca Puhl, professor and researcher at the University of Connecticut and Deputy Director of the Rudd Center for Food P...
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Raising Adventurous Eaters with Lara Dato from 2022-12-15T08:00
Occupational therapist Lara Dato discusses the sensory system and picky eating, highlighting how food sensory sensitivities affect pickiness.
The Power of Exercise for Kids with Rebecca Hasson from 2022-12-01T08:00
Dr. Rebecca Hasson discusses the power of physical activity and exercise for kids, the current recommendations, and the barriers to getting enough.
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Breastfeeding, Mothering and Work-Life Balance with Johane Filemon from 2022-11-03T07:00
Johane Filemon, an Atlanta-based dietitian and mom, discusses the history of black women breastfeeding, mothering a family, and how she keeps it all in balance. Listen
PCOS in Teens from 2022-10-20T07:00
Angela Grassi, a dietitian and founder of the PCOS Nutrition Center, discusses PCOS in teens, including symptoms and treatment.
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Tips for ADHD, Eating Habits and Behavior from 2022-10-06T07:00
Holly Blanc Moses, a mental health therapist, offers advice to help kids with ADHD, eating habits, and behaviors at the table.
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Meet Your Superpower: Self-Compassion from 2022-09-22T07:00
Dr. Kristin Neff, a pioneer in self-compassion research and one of the most influential researchers in psychology worldwide, helps us embrace self-compassion as w...
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Transform Your Parenting and Feeding Triggers from 2022-09-08T07:00
Dr. Lynyetta Willis discusses being triggered by well-meaning family members when feeding their child and co-parenting from different backgrounds.
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Transform Your Parenting and Feeding Triggers from 2022-09-08T07:00
Dr. Lynyetta Willis discusses being triggered by well-meaning family members when feeding their child and co-parenting from different backgrounds.
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The Best of Feeding Young Athletes from 2022-08-18T07:00
Jill Castle explores low energy availability (EA) and RED-S, including recent research about how it impacts the young, growing athlete.
The Best of Body Challenges in Children from 2022-08-04T07:00
Jill Castle explores body challenges in children, including recent research about when kids put on extra body fat.
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The Best of Why Kids Eat from 2022-07-21T07:00
Jill Castle explores eating regulation in children, including the parenting skills around feeding and food responsiveness.
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The Best of Brain Development from 2022-07-07T07:00
Jill Castle reviews the latest science on child brain development, including new and emerging nutrients, like polar lipids.
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The Best of Extreme Picky Eating from 2022-06-23T07:00
Jill Castle reviews the latest science on extreme pickiness and ARFID, including the topic of disgust as a reason for not eating.
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The Best of Becoming a Good Food Parent from 2022-06-09T07:00
Jill Castle reviews the latest science on becoming a better food parent, including the topic of fathers and food parenting.
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Body Image Issues in Boys from 2022-05-26T07:00
Dr. Charlotte Markey, author of Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys, discusses the growing concerns around body dissatisfaction in boys.
The Disease of Obesity: Treating the Whole Child from 2022-05-12T07:00
Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, a leading pediatrician and obesity medicine specialist, discusses the disease of obesity in children, weight stigma, heritability and ad...
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Formula for Baby: What’s New? from 2022-04-28T07:00
Dr. Devon Kuehn, Chief Medical Officer at ByHeart, talks about formula for babies and the innovations emerging in the infant formula market.
Table Talk: How to Engage Kids at the Table from 2022-04-14T07:00
Table talk is the language we use as we feed and interact with kids around the table. Author Stephanie Meyers guides us in optimal ways to converse with kids. Listen
Iron in Children and Brain Development from 2022-03-31T07:00
Dr. Michael Georgieff talks about the role of iron in children and brain development.
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Everything You’ve Learned about Building Habits is Flawed from 2022-03-17T07:00
Dr. Michelle Segar discusses her book, The Joy Choice, and why building eating and exercise habits is different from what we’ve been taught.
The Makings of a Secure Child from 2022-03-03T08:00
Psychologist Dr. Serena Messina discusses attachment as a cornerstone of children’s emotional regulation skills and well-being.
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Weight Loss Camps for Kids? with Lauren Harris-Pincus from 2022-02-17T08:00
Dietitian Lauren Harris-Pincus talks about her journey of being a larger child, dieting, her experience at weight loss camps for kids, and how she helps others to...
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Weight Loss Camps for Kids? with Lauren Harris-Pincus from 2022-02-17T08:00
Dietitian Lauren Harris-Pincus talks about her journey of being a larger child, dieting, her experience at weight loss camps for kids, and how she helps others to...
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Wellness vs. Weight with Dr. Lori Fishman from 2022-02-03T08:00
Child Psychologist Lori Fishman joins me for a conversation about why we should focus on wellness for kids who are larger instead of their weight.
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Toddler Eating with Feeding Littles from 2022-01-20T08:00
Megan McNamee and Judy Delaware (Feeding Littles) are on the show talking about toddler eating and much more.
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Ayurveda 101 for Families with Dr. Avanti Kumar Singh from 2022-01-06T13:00:32
Learn about Ayurveda 101 and how you can apply one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems with Dr. Avanti Kumar Singh.
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The Biggest Nutrition Stories of 2021 from 2021-12-23T08:00
From the Dietary Guidelines to ultra-processed foods, we look at the biggest nutrition stories and news of 2021.
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The Infant Microbiome with Noel Mueller from 2021-12-09T08:00
Dr. Noel Mueller shares the latest research on the infant microbiome and how to build a healthy infant gut from the start.
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Raising Plant Based Kids with Plant-Based Juniors from 2021-11-24T08:00
Learn how to raise and feed plant based kids with Alex Caspero and Whitney English of Plant Based Juniors.
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Child Temperament and Eating with Mary Sheedy Kurcinka from 2021-11-11T08:00
How child temperament affects behavior and eating with parenting expert and author Mary Sheedy Kurcinka.
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Kids Learn How to Eat with Dawn Winkelmann from 2021-10-28T07:00
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and Resilience with Dr. Kelly Fradin from 2021-10-14T07:00
Pediatrician Kelly Fradin from Advice I Give My Friends discusses adverse childhood experiences (ACES), how they affect health, and what makes a child resilient t...
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Back to School Dinner Ideas with Stacie Billis from 2021-09-30T07:00
Cookbook author and co-host of the podcast, Didn’t I Just Feed You?!, Stacie Billis chats about easy and fast back-to-school dinner ideas for the family. Listen
Establishing a Parenting Partnership with Modern Mommy Doc from 2021-09-16T07:00
Author and pediatrician Whitney Casares of Modern Mommy Doc discusses work-life balance and how to establish an equal parenting partnership when raising children....
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Cooking with the Family with Lacey Mauritz from 2021-09-02T07:00
Cookbook author Lacey Mauritz chats about cooking with the family and her Mother Goose inspired cookbooks for kids and families. Get full show notes and informati...
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TNC 142: What You Should Know About Baby Brain Development from 2021-08-19T07:00
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TNC 140: Understanding Your Child's Picky Taste Buds from 2021-07-22T07:00
Learn how to handle picky taste buds so that children explore all foods.
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TNC 139: What It Means to Raise an Emotionally Balanced Child from 2021-07-08T07:00
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TNC 138: How to Reverse Unhealthy Snacking Habits from 2021-06-24T07:00
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TNC 137: Why Girls Struggle with Body Image from 2021-06-10T07:00
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TNC 136: Tips for Keeping Kids on a Summer Schedule from 2021-05-27T07:00
Learn about tips for keeping kids on a summer schedule. I’m talking about weight, healthy habits, and some ways you can maintain structure in your child’s summer break.
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TNC 135: How Children’s Preference in Food Begins from 2021-05-13T07:00
Dr. Julie Mennella explains how children’s preference in food develops, evolves and influences eating choices and health.
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TNC 134: How Did I Get Here? The Jill Castle Story from 2021-04-29T07:00
A special episode about my journey, the work I do, and where I am today (literally!).
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TNC 133: Responsive Feeding 101 from 2021-04-15T07:00
Learn how to use respond to baby feeding cues and set a foundation of trust and parent-child attachment.
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TNC 132: How Dads Can Help Kids with Healthy Eating from 2021-04-01T07:00
Dezi Abeyta, “The Dad’s Dietitian,” joins me to talk about how dads can be a positive role model for kids and help them establish healthy eating habits.
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TNC 131: How to Encourage a Child’s Autonomy at Snack Time from 2021-03-18T07:00
Build your child’s autonomy at snack time through a variety of hands-on activities to encourage self-regulated eating and nutritious snack choices.
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TNC 130: The Dietary Guidelines for Infants and Young Toddlers from 2021-03-04T08:00
Sharon Donovan, dietitian researcher and committee member of the 2020 DGA for Americans talks about the new infant and toddler guidelines.
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TNC 129: A Good Time to Be Born from 2021-02-18T08:00
There’s been much progress in child health over the years. Dr. Perri Klass, author of A Good Time to Be Born, talks about child health and mortality.
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TNC 128: Why Supertasters Need Extra Help with Vegetables from 2021-02-04T08:00
Do you have more than a picky eater on your hands? Learn about supertasters and what you can do to help them learn to like vegetables.
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TNC 127: How BMI Report Cards in School Impact Kids from 2021-01-21T08:00
Do BMI report cards help or harm a child? Dr. Kristine Madsen discusses the impact of using BMI measurements in schools.
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TNC 126: How to Recapture Your Family Health Goals in 2021 from 2021-01-07T08:00
Learn how to reset your family health habits in 2021, from eating to sleep, exercise, and more.
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TNC 125: Food Dignity: A Lesson in Facing Blind Privilege (&Hunger) from 2020-12-24T08:00
Hunger is still an issue for children and families during the pandemic. Learn about food dignity, blind privilege, and how we can all face our assumptions about food insecurity.
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TNC 124: How to Raise a Smart Snacker from 2020-12-10T08:00
Learn how to raise a smart snacker with The Smart Mom’s Guide to Healthy Snacking, a book to help parents and caretakers.
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TNC 123: What My Relationship with Sweets Can Teach You from 2020-11-19T08:00
I’ve got a history with candy and it’s shaped my relationship with sweets. Learn how to normalize and neutralize desserts for you and your family.
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TNC 122: The Body Image Book for Girls from 2020-11-05T08:00
Dr. Charlotte Markey discusses girls’ body image, how to parent through the tweens and teens, and her book, The Body Image Book for Girls.
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TNC 121: The Latest in Eating&Early Childhood Nutrition from 2020-10-22T07:00
Discover the latest research and recommendations on early childhood nutrition, including nutrient needs, self-feeding, and baby food innovations.
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TNC 120: How to Have a Healthy Pregnancy (&Why it Matters) from 2020-10-08T07:00
Liz Ward, RD talks pregnancy diet, food cravings, nutrients for a successful pregnancy, and prenatal supplements.
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TNC 119: How Weight Gain in College Happens (&What to Do About It) from 2020-09-24T07:00
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TNC 118: How School Nutrition Programs Became a Champion for Kids from 2020-09-10T07:00
Dayle Hayes, RD and school food champion, discusses how schools stepped up to the pandemic, how COVID-19 impacted food insecure kids in school, the safety precautions of feeding kids in the lunc...
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TNC 111: Understanding Climate Change&Greenhouse Gases from 2020-06-04T07:00
Dr. Frank Mitloehner, The Greenhouse Guru, explains climate change, the role of greenhouse gases, and how agriculture may play a helpful role.
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TNC 110: Feeding the Child with ADHD: 5 Things You Should Know from 2020-05-21T07:00
Learn what the child with ADHD needs you to think about so you feed holistically and nutritiously, enabling good growth, behavior, and learning.
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TNC 109: Teen Age Obesity and Bariatric Surgery from 2020-05-07T07:00
Learn how Faith Newsome overcame severe obesity with bariatric surgery and how she helps other teens through OCEANS Lifestyles.
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TNC 108: The Toll of Teen Obesity from 2020-04-23T07:00
Ted Kyle helps us understand teen obesity as a health condition, while advocating for treatment and humane approaches.
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TNC 107: Family Feeding Tips During COVID-19 from 2020-04-09T07:00
How to balance food and feeding your family during the coronavirus pandemic.
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TNC 106: Child Food Insecurity: Challenges&Solutions from 2020-03-26T07:00
GENYOUth CEO, Alexis Glick, talks about child food insecurity, coronavirus, and the partnership of the public and private sectors to help children achieve their greatest potential.
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TNC 105: Selective Eating and Autism from 2020-03-12T07:00
Pediatric dietitian Rashelle Berry of The Marcus Center for Autism chats about selective eating, autism and the important role nutrition plays in autism.
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TNC 104: Food for Baby: Past, Present&Possibilities from 2020-02-27T08:00
I’m chatting about the history of baby food, what’s important to know and think about as you begin the food for baby journey, and some guidance about your options, whether it’s spoon-feeding or ...
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TNC 103: Puberty, Body Dissatisfaction and Girls from 2020-02-13T08:00
Maryann Jacobsen discusses the risk of body dissatisfaction in girls as they move through puberty, offering guidance from her book, My Body’s Superpower: The Girl’s Guide to Growing Up Healt...
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TNC 102: Children's Growth 101 from 2020-01-30T08:00
Let’s dive into children’s growth: The growth spurt, growth charts, the role of growth hormone and how these relate with puberty, sleep and weight.
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TNC 101: Toddler Milk from 2020-01-16T08:00
Dr. Jennifer Harris helps us understand toddler milk, transition formulas and toddler snacks, sharing her research and insight on food marketing to young children.
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TNC 100: 10 Tips for Your Best Food Parenting Year Ever from 2020-01-02T08:00
Join me on the podcast this week and discover how to instill healthy habits in your family from a young age by becoming a good food parent. I’m sharing 10 tips that cover every aspect of food pa...
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TNC 099: 9 Sports Nutrition Myths about Food, Eating&Kids from 2019-12-19T08:00
Chrissy Carroll and I debunk common sports nutrition myths for young athletes and set the record straight using common sense and evidence.
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TNC 098: Kid Food from 2019-12-05T08:00
Bettina Siegel chats about her new book, Kid Food, and outlines the (many) obstacles parents face when it comes to raising healthy kids as well as the opportunities for making a better food worl...
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TNC 097: Parent Effectiveness Training: How to Work with Your Child from 2019-11-21T08:00
Learn the basics of parent effectiveness training so that you can become a respectful parent and raise children who trust you (and whom you trust).
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TNC 096: Nutrition Books for Kids from 2019-11-07T08:00
Books are a great gateway to learning about nutrition in a non-pressurized way. I’m reviewing several books and interviewing Shanon Morris, children’s book author.
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TNC 095: The Toddler Brain from 2019-10-24T07:00
Dr. Laura Jana discusses toddler brain development, what to expect with toddler behavior and how best to support the brain and body growth of the toddler.
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TNC 094: Body Kindness for Kids from 2019-10-10T07:00
Rebecca Scritchfield joins me for an in-depth conversation about her book, Body Kindness, and how we can apply this concept to our growing children.
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TNC 093: Dairy Farming, School Wellness&Motherhood with Bet Howrigan from 2019-09-26T07:00
Join Bet Howrigan, dairy farmer, mom and teacher, as she talks about the demanding and busy life of a dairy farmer and school teacher. Learn what happens on a dairy farm and how to bring Fuel Up...
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TNC 092: A Solution for Family Dinnertime with Catherine McCord from 2019-09-12T07:00
As parents, we all struggle with balancing the needs of our children, our time constraints, and budgets. By now, you've probably heard how important it is to have time as a family over mealtimes...
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TNC 091: 5 Barriers to Healthy Eating Every Family Faces from 2019-08-29T07:00
On today’s show, I want to share some wisdom about overcoming barriers to healthy eating. Making time, learning new recipes, and other strategies can be crucial for reaching our familial goals w...
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TNC 090: Ignore It! With Catherine Pearlman from 2019-08-15T07:00
On today’s show, I’m talking to Catherine Pearlman, a clinical social worker and author of a wonderful book, Ignore It! We talk about how children view rewards (both positive and negati...
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TNC 090: Ignore It! With Catherine Pearlman from 2019-08-15T07:00
On today’s show, I’m talking to Catherine Pearlman, a clinical social worker and author of a wonderful book, Ignore It! We talk about how children view rewards (both positive and negati...
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TNC 089: Healthy Meals on a Budget with Lisa Leake from 2019-08-01T07:00
On today’s show, we are talking with Lisa Leake, a mother, blogger, and author who has a new cookbook about eating healthier on a budget. She has been feeding her family on a more health-conscio...
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TNC 088: Making Sense of Sensory Issues in Children with Alisha Grogan from 2019-07-18T07:00
On this week’s podcast, I have occupational therapist Alisha Grogan of Your Kids Table to talk about sensory processing issues with special focus on how it impacts childhood eating. We discuss h...
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TNC 087: Simple Tips for Adding New Foods from 2019-07-04T07:00
On today’s show, I want to talk about why it is so important to break free of food ruts and repetitive meals so you can be more involved and interested in what you’re eating. I have some easy ti...
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TNC 086: The Science of Emotions and Eating with Melanie Smith from 2019-06-20T07:00
Raising a child is filled with all sorts of conflicting emotions - yours and theirs. On this week’s show, I have Melanie Smith, the Training Director of the Renfrew Center specializing in eating...
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TNC 086: The Science of Emotions and Eating with Melanie Smith from 2019-06-20T07:00
Raising a child is filled with all sorts of conflicting emotions - yours and theirs. On this week’s show, I have Melanie Smith, the Training Director of the Renfrew Center specializing in eating...
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TNC 085: Training for the Olympics and for Life with Gevvie Stone from 2019-06-06T07:00
On today’s show, I’m talking with Olympic silver-medalist Gevvie Stone about her own journey as both a rower and as a medical doctor. Join in on our conversation about goal setting and finding w...
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TNC 084: The Emotionally Healthy Child with Maureen Healy from 2019-05-23T07:00
Tune in to our conversation as we discuss the challenges and tools available for parents to raise healthy children in this day and age. Maureen has wonderful insights for curious parents into th...
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TNC 083: PREP: The Essential College Cookbook with Katie Morford from 2019-05-09T07:00
Listen in as Katie and I discuss how cooking aides socializing, and the disadvantages of not preparing your kids for taking the leap to cook for themselves. She even has some advice for parents ...
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TNC 082: Are Protein Supplements Good for Young Athletes? With Stuart Phillips from 2019-04-25T07:00
Join Dr. Stuart Phillips and I on the podcast this week as we discuss the convenience of using protein supplements, what the role of a protein supplement should be, how safe they are, how much y...
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TNC 081: Whole Foods vs. Supplements: Which Is Best? With Stephan van Vliet from 2019-04-11T07:00
Discover the benefits and drawbacks of protein and nutritional supplements, especially when dealing with young athletes. With information about how to balance a whole food diet and building musc...
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TNC 080: Why Kids Need a High Protein Breakfast with Heather Leidy from 2019-03-28T07:00
Heather and I talk about her research into the effects of protein on children and teens, how protein triggers satiety responses in the digestive tract, and ways to incorporate more protein into ...
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TNC 079: What Causes Constipation? (&Constipation Relief Tips) from 2019-03-14T07:00
In this episode, I'm talking about the causes of constipation in children, what you can do about it, and what constitutes a normal bowel movement. I also discuss signs of constipation to watch f...
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TNC 078: Brain Development in Early Childhood with Dr. Bob Murray from 2019-02-28T08:00
Dr. Murray and I talk about how a baby's brain develops in their first months of life, why parents often focus on individual nutrients rather than the whole nutrition package, and what you shoul...
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TNC 078: Brain Development in Early Childhood with Dr. Bob Murray from 2019-02-28T08:00
Dr. Murray and I talk about how a baby's brain develops in their first months of life, why parents often focus on individual nutrients rather than the whole nutrition package, and what you shoul...
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TNC 077: How to Nourish Your Child Through an Eating Disorder with Wendy Sterling and Casey Crosbie from 2019-02-14T08:00
I'm joined by two fantastic experts in this episode, Wendy Sterling and Casey Crosbie, to talk about eating disorders in children, their family-centered treatment program for EDs, and their Plat...
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TNC 076: 10 Things I’ve Learned from Nourishing Four Kids from 2019-01-31T08:00
In this episode, I share the top ten lessons I've learned about feeding from being a mom to four very different kids. I talk about the impact of personality and temperament on your kids' eating ...
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TNC 075: Healthy Snacks for Toddlers with Stephanie Ferrari, MS, RDN from 2019-01-17T08:00
Stephanie and I talk about some of the biggest challenges parents and toddlers face when it comes to snacking. We discuss why toddlers often snack so much, how to put together a healthy snack, a...
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TNC 074: Best Wishes for Health and Wellness, 2019 from 2019-01-03T08:00
Happy New Year! I'm so happy to have you as part of the Nourished Child community, whether this is your first time listening or your seventy-fourth. Instead of giving you the typical New Year ad...
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TNC 073: Quality Carbs, Fat,&Optimal Weight with Leslie Mattimore and Amanda Rauf from 2018-12-20T08:00
Leslie, Amanda and I talk about common conditions they see in their patients, what they recommend right away in terms of small dietary and lifestyle changes, and some of the myths about nutritio...
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TNC 072: Grandparents Feeding Grandchildren with Dina Rose from 2018-12-06T08:00
Dina and I talk about why it's so common for grandparents to feed kids sweets and treats and why parents shouldn't get too worked up about it. We also discuss the importance of talking to kids c...
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TNC 072: Grandparents Feeding Grandchildren with Dina Rose from 2018-12-06T08:00
Dina and I talk about why it's so common for grandparents to feed kids sweets and treats and why parents shouldn't get too worked up about it. We also discuss the importance of talking to kids c...
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TNC 071: Healthy Snacks: Satisfy Hunger with 3 Key Nutrients from 2018-11-22T08:00
In this short and sweet episode, I describe three key nutrients - fiber, protein, and fat - and share how you can build snacks around them that your kids will love. Healthy snacking can help wit...
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TNC 070: How to Feed Children of Divorce from 2018-11-08T21:08:16
In this week's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Nancy Buck, a developmental psychologist, educator, and mother of twin boys to talk about how separated parents can support their kids' nutritional need...
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TNC 069: Family Table Drama: Disarm Your Unhappy Eater from 2018-10-25T07:00:01
It can be hard to come up with the perfect response to a picky, complaining, or extra-hungry eater on the spot. What do you say when a child is complaining about what you’ve made? Or the opposit...
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TNC 069: Family Table Drama: Disarm Your Unhappy Eater from 2018-10-25T07:00:01
It can be hard to come up with the perfect response to a picky, complaining, or extra-hungry eater on the spot. What do you say when a child is complaining about what you’ve made? Or the opposit...
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TNC 068: Differently Wired with Debbie Reber from 2018-10-11T07:00:24
My guest on this episode is Debbie Reber, an accomplished author, podcaster, and mother of a differently-wired son. Debbie has always been one to create what she can’t find out in the world, whe...
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TNC 067: Let’s Get Real! Are Team Snacks Fuel or Just for Fun? With Karla Reisch from 2018-09-27T07:00:41
Is your child involved in sports? If so, you know that sometimes the opinions of parents and coaches differ about how to fuel the athletes. My guest today is my dear friend Karla Reisch – a woma...
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TNC 066: Make Dinner in Record Time with Toby Amidor from 2018-09-13T07:00:58
Between work, traveling, and dealing with kids, it's easy to feel stress and even resentment around having to prepare dinner. My guest is Toby Amidor – a registered dietitian, recipe developer, ...
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TNC 065: Should Kids Pack their Own Lunch for School? from 2018-08-30T07:00:50
Today, we're taking on a back-to-school subject of packing lunches, and specifically whether or not your child should be independently packing their own lunch. The idea of letting your kids pack...
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TNC 064: Strong&Muscular: Boys Have Eating Disorders, Too with Dr. Barbara Greenberg from 2018-08-16T10:00:25
The rise in male eating disorders is a difficult subject for some parents to understand, but I have a special guest this week, Dr. Barbara Greenberg, to try and shed some light on this lesser-di...
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TNC 063: Should You Ask Your Child What He Wants to Eat? from 2018-08-02T10:00:11
Giving a child a choice about what they want to eat can generate a healthy interest in food from a young age that lasts into adulthood, but can it have a negative impact? On the show this week, ...
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TNC 062: How to Raise Middle School Girls Who Eat with Katie Hurley from 2018-07-19T10:00:31
Any parent of a middle school girl will tell you a major concern is whether their daughter is getting the food they need throughout the school day. I’m seeing an increase in the number of girls ...
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TNC 061: Feeding Rules that Help Kids Eat Better from 2018-07-05T10:00:28
The seeds of many of the health problems that occur in this country are sown from a young age, often the result of a lack of information. This week on the podcast, we’re talking about implementi...
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TNC 061: Feeding Rules that Help Kids Eat Better from 2018-07-05T10:00:28
The seeds of many of the health problems that occur in this country are sown from a young age, often the result of a lack of information. This week on the podcast, we’re talking about implementi...
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TNC 060: Nourish: How to Heal Your Relationship with Food, Body and Self with Heidi Schauster from 2018-06-21T10:00:48
My guest this week is Heidi Schauster – a nutrition therapist, certified eating disorders registered dietician and the founder of Nourishing Words Nutrition Therapy. Heidi has a wonderful book, ...
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TNC 059: 5 Nutrition Myths for Young Athletes, Demystified from 2018-06-07T10:00:05
This week, we’re discussing a popular topic at the moment – raising and fueling athletes. The world of youth sports is littered with myths and inaccuracies when it comes to how we should be feed...
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TNC 058: Sad Perfect: A Story of a Girl with ARFID with Stephanie Elliot from 2018-05-24T10:00:22
My guest this week, Stephanie Elliot, is the author of Sad Perfect, a book that tells the story of a 16-year-old girl with ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder) and her stru...
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TNC 057: Won’t Eat Breakfast, Food Restriction&Picky Eaters from 2018-05-10T10:00:38
I get a lot of questions from readers of my blog and listeners of this podcast, so today I will be taking the opportunity to dish out some answers regarding some very different scenarios. Using ...
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TNC 056: Salty Foods: How Much Sodium is Good for Kids? With Melissa Halas Liang of Super Kids Nutrition from 2018-04-26T10:00:10
Melissa Halas Liang joins me this week to chat about salty foods in our children’s diets. Melissa is here to give us some insight into how to counterbalance sodium intake with other foods and ma...
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TNC 055: Let’s Get Real! Feeding Picky Eaters Is Hard with Shira Gluck from 2018-04-12T10:00:46
This episode, I’m welcoming Shira Gluck; a registered dietitian and a mom to help me launch a new segment on the show called Let’s Get Real! I’m showcasing the challenges and successes ...
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TNC 054: How to Help (and Not Hurt) the Heavy Kid from 2018-03-29T10:00:17
There are many factors that can contribute to a child’s weight status, some of which we can change. I’m of the mindset that we will never gain traction in controlling childhood obesity ...
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TNC 053: Healthy Meal Planning Tips with Jessica Levinson from 2018-03-15T10:00:20
Today, my guest, Jessica Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN, and I are talking about meal planning and healthy meal ideas. We address the daily grind of preparing meals, and how to make them easier and less...
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TNC 052: Super Healthy Meals with Amy and Natalie from Super Healthy Kids from 2018-03-01T11:00:14
Today, I’m talking to Amy Roskelley and Natalie Monson from Super Healthy Kids. Super Healthy Kids is a tremendous resource, created by two real moms, offering recipes that encourage parents to ...
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TNC 051: Teen Athlete Nutrition: Easy Tweaks to Boost Performance with Chris Rosenbloom from 2018-02-15T14:00:26
In this episode, Chris Rosenbloom, a sports nutritionist I’ve worked with in the past and continue to admire, joins me to focus on easy nutrition tweaks to boost teen athletic performance. Chris...
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TNC 050: The Benefits and Barriers to Family Dinner from 2018-02-01T14:15
When families sit down together and eat a home-cooked meal, children are being shown healthy eating habits by example, and everyone has a chance to reconnect after a busy day. There are several ...
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TNC 049: How To Serve Meals “Family-Style” [&Why You Should!] from 2018-01-18T18:20:05
I’ve talked about family meals on other podcasts before, but I’ve never devoted an entire episode of my own show to this very important topic. In this episode, will outline how to serve Family-S...
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TNC 048: Starting Baby on Solids, Flexibly from 2018-01-04T13:39:20
When it comes to feeding babies and toddlers solids, there is conflicting information out there for parents. Feeding at this stage is incredibly important, so it is vital to be well informed. It...
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TNC 047: Making Healthy Food Choices in College with Gracie from 2017-12-21T15:20:07
On today’s very special episode I sit down with my daughter, Gracie. I know many of you were curious about how my feeding strategies have played out now that my kids are older, so what better wa...
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TNC 046: Baby Nutrition, Nutrition Intuition&Born to Eat from 2017-12-07T15:36:43
I am lucky to have on the podcast today a fellow nutritionist, Leslie Schilling. Along with her co-author Wendy Jo Peterson, Leslie has recently published the book Born To Eat. This guide is all...
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TNC 045: TEDx, Turkeys&Table Manners from 2017-11-22T20:21:48
This episode is a short and sweet one all about how to get your children prepped for the holidays. You’ll notice that the pressure you feel when the holidays come around is also a high-pressure ...
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TNC 044: How to Help Extreme Picky Eaters with Melanie Potock from 2017-11-09T13:00:31
Many children struggle with picky eating at one point or another, but current research trends show us that for some little ones, it is not just a phase, but a recognized disorder. Melanie Potock...
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TNC 043: Feeding Picky Eaters with Natalie Muth, MD, RD from 2017-10-26T12:07:05
If you find yourself cooking multiple meals, or fighting a daily battle with your child to eat something other than hot dogs, then this episode is for you! Today, I had the chance to chat with m...
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TNC 042: Milk Alternatives: Which Milk is Best for My Child? from 2017-10-13T11:45:45
TNC 041: The Evolution of Sports Nutrition with Nancy Clark from 2017-09-28T13:54:44
I have invited none other than Nancy Clark onto the show this week. Nancy is the authority on sports dietetics. She is the best-selling author of Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook Listen
TNC 040: The Mind of a Champion&Coach with Dan Walsh from 2017-09-14T13:07:37
Let’s get into the mind of a champion. How do champions think? And how can your young athlete think like a champion? Dan Walsh is a former US National Rower and an Olympian. I invited Dan to com...
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TNC 039: Smarter Lunchrooms with Brian Wansink from 2017-09-01T11:44:50
I am continuing with the theme of school lunch and tapping Brian Wansink for his perspective, particularly in the area of Smarter Lunchrooms. In this episode, not only does Brian discuss The Sma...
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TNC 038: School Nutrition Today with Donna Martin from 2017-08-18T02:00:19
I’m so excited to have Donna Martin, RD on the show today to talk about school nutrition. Donna and I talk about school nutrition, breaking down the basics around the school lunch program, the s...
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TNC 037: Lead, Breastfed Toddlers&Milk Allergy from 2017-08-04T12:00:41
I’ve been getting a few questions here and there, so I thought I’d devote a show to answering them! In this episode, I unpack the recent news about lead in baby food, clear the air on what breas...
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TNC 036: Cooking with Kids from 2017-07-20T12:00:55
Get kids cooking! We all know cooking with kids is a boon for helping build autonomy with food selection and eating, increase self-esteem, and encourage food knowledge. I chat with Jodi Danen, R...
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TNC 035: 8 Tips to Help Your Child Snack Better from 2017-07-06T12:00:53
Just like you approach meals, you need a strategy to help your child snack better. With the average child...
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TNC 034: Modern Management of Food Allergies in Children from 2017-06-22T12:00:12
Let’s talk about food allergies in children! A lot has been happening in this area – from new research findings, which have changed the way we introduce foods to our youngest ch...
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TNC 033: Caffeine and Kids: Cracking the Code from 2017-06-08T11:54:42
Is caffeine the new drug for kids? Get too much and yes, just like a drug, a child can overdose and experience negative side effects, even death. Today kids are getting...
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TNC 032: How to Teach Nutrition to Kids through Healthy Eating Activities from 2017-05-25T16:11:26
We all want our kids to learn about nutrition. We can teach kids about nutrition through healthy eating activities. I chat with pediatric dietitian and author, Connie Evers, abo...
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TNC 031: Food Rewards – Are They Good for Kids? from 2017-05-11T14:00:31
Food rewards are one way to get kids to eat nutritious foods or a certain amount of food. But is using palatable foods a good way to incentivize children to eat? Researchers hav...
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TNC 030: Low FODMAP Diet for Kids from 2017-04-27T14:00:02
Kate Scarlata, RD joins me on The Nourished Child podcast to talk about the Low FODMAPS diet for kids. We dish on what this diet is, who it’s for (and for whom it isn’t), and the best ways to ma...
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TNC 029: Food Restriction and Forbidden Food from 2017-04-13T12:00:32
Are there foods that are off-limits in your home? Foods you won’t allow your child to eat? Foods you consider unhealthy, toxic, or “bad” for your child? Today I’m talking about food rest...
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TNC 028: Type 1 Diabetes in Children from 2017-03-30T14:00
Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, a friend, a relative, or a healthcare provider, you probably know of a child with Type 1 diabetes. In this episode, I talk with Sylvia White, a Registered Die...
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TNC 027: 7 Tips for Helping the Thin Child Grow from 2017-03-16T12:00:43
The thin child can cause great worry to his parents. Sometimes, parents...
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TNC 026: How to Raise a Mindful Eater from 2017-03-02T15:00
Kids experience distraction, external pressures to eat more (or less), and are even the subject of parent fears surrounding eating certain foods or eating too much, and as such, it’s easy for th...
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TNC 025: Young Athletes: Dieting&Supplements from 2017-02-16T15:00
Finding that perfect balance to support growth, athletic performance, and a healthy weight can be a difficult task, especially when dieting and supplements enter the picture. In this episode, yo...
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TNC 024: Childhood Food Insecurity and Affordable Food from 2017-02-02T13:00:17
Childhood food insecurity has far-reaching effects on the growth, development and academic potential of the young child. Food assistance programs and affordable food are critica...
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TNC 023: 12 Reasons Kids Won’t Eat (&What You Can Do) from 2017-01-19T13:00
One of the most frustrating things for a parent is when kids won't eat. We hear a lot about overeating, but what about when your child won’t eat enough or a healthy balance of f...
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TNC 022: Artificial Food Dyes&The Influence on Children from 2017-01-05T13:00:59
The idea of food affecting behavior and attention has been around for decades. Certain foods help our children learn, focus and behave in a world full of distraction while others, such as
TNC 021: Family Nutrition Goals, 2017 from 2016-12-22T15:00:10
It’s the end of the year. Do you set family nutrition goals or are you of the resolution mind-set? I, myself, am of the goal mind-set. I believe you have to look back in order t...
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TNC 020: Teen Talk: Helping Daughters Communicate from 2016-12-15T13:00:01
Teen talk –a tricky topic when it comes to raising good communicators. Why? Communication can shut down, become dysfunctional, or send unintended messages, especially in the tee...
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TNC 019: Better Breakfast Recipes for Busy Kids from 2016-12-08T13:00:07
What if you could make a better breakfast with breakfast recipes that are super fast and nutritious, delicious and a home run every time? Today’s guest has just the book you nee...
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TNC 018: Healthy Bone Growth in Kids from 2016-12-01T13:00:07
At a time when rates of osteoporosis are climbing and the consumption of calcium and vitamin D are suboptimal, the question of bone growth in children is a natural one. How do w...
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TNC 017: Kid-Friendly Lunch Ideas: I’ve Got an App for That! from 2016-11-17T14:00:11
Need some new and creative lunch ideas? How about a lunch box packing app you can’t refuse and the story of a mom’s entrepreneurial journey? Meet Gillian Fein, my guest in this ...
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TNC 016: Your Child’s Healthy Relationship with Food from 2016-11-10T14:00:13
Certainly, good eating habits, as well as general food habits, are some key signs of a healthy relationship, but there’s more to the story. What about body image? What about the influence of med...
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TNC 015: First Food is Fundamental from 2016-11-03T13:00
First food for baby and toddler is fundamental for your child’s future health. Yes, what your child eats early on can lay the foundation of food preferences, healthy eating and ...
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TNC 014: The Real Mom Nutrition Perspective on Snacking from 2016-10-27T13:10:17
Snacking outside of the home can wreak havoc on your child’s healthy diet. In this episode, I talk with Sally Kuzemchak, the dietitian and blogger behind Real Mom Nutrition, abo...
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TNC 013: Beat the Short-Order Cook Syndrome from 2016-10-20T13:25:14
Do you make more than one meal at night to accommodate the varying preferences of your family? A back-up meal (or an alternate dish) whenever your child won’t eat, or refuses to eat what’s on yo...
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TNC 012: Striking the Sugar Balance in Kids from 2016-10-13T13:31:23
Sweet temptations lurk everywhere—parents don’t stand a chance at striking a sugar balance with kids unless they have some strategies and boundaries in place. And, no, eliminati...
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TNC 011: Healthy Lunch Boxes for Little Ones from 2016-10-06T13:00:19
As your little one starts to branch out in the world, you may find yourself packing lunches. Of course, creating healthy lunch boxes for little ones is the overall goal, as thes...
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TNC 010: How Play Therapy Helps Your Child from 2016-09-29T13:00:46
Kids may experience difficulties during their childhood and need extra support to work through challenges such as picky eating, behavioral challenges, and even an eating disorder. Play t...
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TNC 009: Top Notch Young Athlete Snacks from 2016-09-22T13:00:05
Young athlete snacks are an important ingredient in athletic success. Yet, the snacking culture on and off the fields threaten the health and athletic endeavors of many young athletes. What shou...
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TNC 008: Kids&Weight: Prevention, Treatment&Acceptance from 2016-09-15T10:38:47
In our society today, the value system leans toward being fit and trim–for health and appearance. If your child carries extra weight he or she may be subjected to weight teasing, weight talk, an...
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TNC 007: How to Help Your Child Eat a Healthy School Lunch from 2016-09-08T13:00:19
School food should be your ally, not your enemy! Learn what it takes to help your child eat healthy school lunch, and let school lunch, parties, and the concession stand work for you and your ch...
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TNC 006: Picky Eating Perspective&Sanity Secrets from 2016-08-31T19:33:37
Stay calm and carry on…or so they say. Easier said than done when it comes to the picky eater. Does it really matter how you behave around the picky eater? Yes, it does. Today, I talk about how ...
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TNC 005: Top Baby Nutrients Parents Need to Watch from 2016-08-26T01:23:53
Food choices in the first 2 years of life help to establish the future health and intellect of your child. Why? The top baby nutrients have a critical role in overall growth, development and bra...
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TNC 004: 13 Easy Food Upgrades for Kids from 2016-08-21T22:02:47
You know I’m not all about food as the answer to healthy eating for kids, but I am about making it easier for you, and for your child to eat healthier, no matter how you define...
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TNC 003: Feeding Matters: What’s Your Feeding Style? from 2016-08-18T02:23:27
The feeding style you use every day really matters. Maybe you don’t know what a feeding style is, or perhaps you’re not sure what your tendencies are…you are in the right place today, because I ...
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TNC 002: Putting Food in Its Place from 2016-08-14T16:00:41
We live in a world where food is everywhere…from online recipes and cooking shows to the ever-present food options everywhere your child goes (school, doctor, church, sporting events)….it’s hard...
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TNC 001: Introducing The Nourished Child Podcast from 2016-08-12T21:57:49
Welcome to the very first episode of The Nourished Child podcast, a show about childhood nutrition, feeding kids, and dealing with the ups and downs (challenges!) of raising a healthy child in t...
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TNC 000: The Nourished Child Promo Reel from 2016-08-11T12:00:10
From picky eating to overeating, athletes to couch potatoes, and the developmental changes through the (sometimes long) 18 years of childhood, The Nourished Child with Jill Castle RDN is ready t...
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