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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...
Insights into the influence of dietary changes on symptoms of autism are providing families with more hope than ever before. Autism has long been considered a “mysterious” brain disorder that begins/ends in the brain, and that affects observable social behavior. But...
If your child is following a special diet, or you just don’t want them to eat junk, you might be dreading Halloween, or even wondering if you should go trick or treating at all. For kids with food allergens and intolerances, trying to sort through the gluten, dairy,...
In this article on the nutrition research, we delve into five compelling studies that shed light on the interconnected realms of immune health, gut function, mental well-being, and growth during crucial developmental stages. Our exploration begins with an in-depth...
As the weather changes and we begin to move into fall, it is always a good time to look at how our nutritional changes can support our overall health and wellness. Fall and winter are notorious for colds and flus and right now, I am sure many of us are focused on how...
Aggression is a difficult and sometimes devastating symptom that occurs in children for varied reasons—some known and some unknown. The correlation between food and behavior intrigued me 20 years ago, and sparked my career as a nutrition researcher and clinician. And...
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...
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 IssuesGI issues...
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...
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...