By Jennifer Nelson, M.S., R.D. and Katherine Zeratsky, R.D. To boost student performance, some schools have declared themselves “sugar-free” — meaning they don’t allow sugar-laden foods, such as cookies, candies, birthday treats or sweet drinks. Some of these schools report not only improved school performance but also a decrease in disciplinary actions. The evidence supportingRead more about Schools Say No to Sugar Foods[…]

By Norma DeVault, PhD, MBA, RD, LD As a parent, you may be bombarded with confusing information about what and how much kids should eat. Your infant, toddler or teen is in a constant state of growth. His diet must provide enough calories and nutrients to support normal growth and development. Building bones to lastRead more about The Importance of Nutrition for Children[…]