by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Aug 7, 2023 | Food Allergies and Special Diets
In the previous post, Diet and ADHD in children, Part 1, I focused on Making sure your child is getting his or her basic nutritional needs met. Today I'm going to focus on how to avoid (or minimize) the food additives that are detrimental to his or her health. Since...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Aug 7, 2023 | Food Allergies and Special Diets
ADHD and Diet in Children – Part 1. My son was diagnosed with ADHD in Kindergarten. I was a Registered Dietitian back then and had been since 2000. However, I admit all I was thinking about back then was keeping his diet balanced. This included ensuring he...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Jul 31, 2023 | Nutrition and Health
It is much less common for kids living in developed countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe to be deficient in protein. But it is a risk that should be taken seriously, especially if you have a picky eater in your house. Knowing why protein...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Jul 17, 2023 | Education Materials
Healthy and Eco-Friendly Ways to Feed Your Family Food intake and environmental sustainability are connected. According to the Global Nutrition Report, a quarter of all deaths are associated with poor diets that prioritize red and processed meat as well as sugary...
by Deborah Hanyon, MPH, RDN, ACE-CHC | Jul 10, 2023 | Education Materials
Staying Organized as a Foster Parent of a Child with Special Needs There’s no denying that foster parenting is a rewarding experience, but it also comes with challenges, especially when you’re raising a child with special needs. Among other things, taking care of a...
