diets for kids

Just when we thought we were finally doing something nutritionally sensible... It seems that nurseries are taking the campaigns of eating more fruits and vegetables too far - neglecting other dietary needs that may lead to nutritional deficiencies that can impact development.

A recent postcard on art blog PostSecret says: "My biggest fear is that if I have a daughter, she will inherit my eating disorder" (via Starling).

I will make no bones about this. Raising a child to maintain a healthy body weight AND a healthy attitude towards their body and towards food is tough.

It goes against the grain. It's counter-culture.

In the confusing world of nutrition - things are never what they seem. Two new pieces of research show how "diet" foods may not be particularly helpful for children.

How many times have you created a healthy gourmet meal for you child - only to have them look at it like it's poison? Many health books and magazines have meal ideas for children - but sometimes they lack a reality check.

Here is a days healthy eating for a child - but with a twist. Thanks to Weight of the Evidence we can also see what the child actually ate.