by Julie Matthews, MS | Aug 23, 2023 | Nutrition News
With back-to-school upon us, making the most of our valuable time is critical, especially if you have a child on a special diet. While it can be easy to run through a drive thru or order takeout, kids with special dietary needs can’t always eat out successfully. And...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jul 13, 2023 | Nutrition News
Are you looking for a dessert that is festive and delicious? Did you know, on average… Kids eat 66 grams of sugar per day, two and a half times what’s recommended. And it equals 53 POUNDS of sugar per year! Sugar sweetened beverages make up 47% of this sugar and sweet...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jul 5, 2023 | Nutrition News
For me, summer is such a fun time to experiment with new recipes. Our days are less structured and my daughter loves to join me in the kitchen to create new, delicious foods and drinks. Since we don’t do traditional sodas or sports drinks, summertime is a perfect time...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jun 30, 2023 | Egg-Free, Food & Nutrients, GFCFSF (for Gluten-free Casein-Free Soy-free), Holidays, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals, Paleo, Picky Eating
Holidays are great opportunities to encourage our kids to join us in the kitchen to prepare festive foods and also take the lead on making their own recipes. I am so proud of my daughter, Ruby. She created a smoothie bowl for the Fourth of July! She figured out a plan...
by Julie Matthews, MS | May 17, 2023 | Nutrition News
One of the most common things I’ve heard in my 20+ year career is that parents know there is something going on with their child’s gut but that their concerns are dismissed…especially if their child has a diagnosis of autism. Downstream Effects of GI Issues GI issues...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Mar 28, 2023 | Holidays, Nutrition News, Recipes - Cooking To Heal
Artificial colors can be the cause of many negative reactions when they are ingested into our bodies. Some children and adults become hyperactive, irritable, aggressive, inattentive, or have other symptoms known to stem from artificial colors made from petroleum-based...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Feb 24, 2023 | Nutrition News
A frequent question that comes up on our live Q&A with parents in my Nourishing Hope for Healing Kids group program is around adequate protein. It is a logical question, it is an important nutrient. In fact, I refer to protein sources as “growing foods.” This is...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jan 25, 2023 | Digestion/Microbiome, Nutrition News, Nutritious Food/Meals, Personalized Nutrition/Special Diets
What is Gelatin Exactly? Simply, gelatin is COOKED collagen. Gelatin is the basic ingredient is used to make foods “gel”. Gelatin is found in bone broth, but also manufactured into a powder/granulated form and added to make gummies, gelatin desserts, and more. This...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Jan 12, 2023 | Nutrition News, Self-Care
I love the new year…Well, sort of. Let me explain. I love the opportunity during the new year to reflect on what I want to create. I dislike the “pressure” of the “New Year’s Resolution.” It feels so forced. And if you know me, you know I dislike feeling forced to do...
by Julie Matthews, MS | Dec 12, 2022 | ADHD/Learning Delays, Autism, Holidays, Nutrition News, Self-Care, Toxins/Non-Toxic Living
Holiday Gift Guide I get many in my community who ask about my favorite products, not just in the kitchen but also when it comes to clean air, water, snacks, treats, and even self-care products. When we are looking to nourish our families in the healthiest ways...
