Parents can break the cycle of excess sugar by making some simple changes overtime. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
What you offer your child to drink in the first 5 years of life can shape taste preferences for lifetime. But from plant-based and toddler milks to 100% juice, stevia-sweetened fruit drinks and flavored milk, the options and the marketing can be overwhelming. We make it simple. Learn more here.| HealthyChildren.org
The nutritional content in the various dairy alternative products is important for parents to be aware of when shopping. Choices range from other animal-based beverages (i.e. goat's milk) to products made from nuts (i.e. almond milk), beans (i.e. soy milk), grains, and other plants. | HealthyChildren.org
In a new policy statement on the effects of digital advertising on children, the American Academy of Pediatrics highlights how in today’s digital landscape, marketing messages reach young people in less obvious but more direct ways.| HealthyChildren.org
nutrition~Along with milk, plain water is the best drink choice for kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics explains why.| HealthyChildren.org
Here are some guiding principles to keep in mind when planning and preparing meals for the family, based on recommendations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.| HealthyChildren.org
Toddlers need important nutrients to build their brains and bodies. Children this age use a lot of energy to grow and play, but they have small stomachs. They may not be able to eat enough at mealtime to make it between lunch and dinner. Here are some ideas to help you build snacks for your hungry toddler that offer a healthy balance of the nutrients they need.| HealthyChildren.org