Fish Guidelines
A KidNutriYum reader has asked me to discuss how much fish our children should be eating on a weekly basis. Fish is high in Omega 3 fatty acids which are important for brain and eye development in children. It is also low in saturated fat, high in protein, and high in vitamin D. Nonetheless, there has been increasing concern about the levels of mercury found in fish. The good news is that these levels vary greatly based on the following criteria: The type/breed of fish Whe
Nutrition Breakdown of the Foods we feed our children – and ourselves…
If you are interested in the complete nutrition breakdown of various foods check out: http://nutritiondata.self.com/ Wheat Germ Nutrition Breakdown: http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/cereal-grains-and-pasta/5743/2 Flaxseed Nutrition Breakdown: http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/nut-and-seed-products/3163/2 Any food can be searched in this comprehensive database!
Boosting Nutrition with Flaxseed
As discussed, wheat germ is a great way to ensure that your kids are getting the nutrients they need for optimal growth and development – particularly if they are finicky eaters! Flaxseed is considered to be another such “Superfood.” A KidNutriYum reader has asked me “which is better?” The answer; they’re different and contain their own set of nutrients. With a well balanced diet, these nutrients are derived from the foods we eat. However, the average Canadian child is pi
