UK Physical Activity Guidelines for Children by Age
As a paediatric nutritionist, I spend a great deal of my time talking about what goes onto children’s plates. But there is another side of the healthy weight equation that…
Healthy After-School Snack Ideas for Children
After a long day at school, children come through the door hungry and often reaching for the nearest biscuit tin or crisp packet. As a paediatric nutritionist who has worked…
How Much Sugar Should a Child Have Per Day?
What Are Free Sugars and Why Do They Matter? As a paediatric nutritionist, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is: how much sugar should my child…
Gut Health for Children: Why It Matters and How to Support It
As a paediatric nutritionist, I spend a great deal of my clinic time talking to parents about their children’s tummies. Over the past decade, our understanding of gut health in…
Fussy Eating in Children: Causes, Strategies and When to Worry
If your child pushes away their plate, refuses anything green or survives on what feels like three foods, you are far from alone. Fussy eating in children is one of…
Childhood Obesity Prevention: Practical Strategies for Families
As a paediatric nutritionist with over 15 years of experience working with families across the NHS and in private practice, I have seen first-hand how childhood obesity affects every aspect…
Eating Disorders in Children and Teenagers: Early Warning Signs
As a paediatric nutritionist who has worked across the NHS and in private practice for over 15 years, I have seen a significant rise in eating disorders among children and…
Are School Meals Healthy? What UK Parents Should Know
As a paediatric nutritionist who has worked across the NHS for over fifteen years, one of the questions I hear most often from parents is: are school meals healthy? It…
Walking and Cycling to School: Health Benefits and How to Start
As a paediatric nutritionist, I spend much of my time talking to families about food. But when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight, what happens before a child sits…
Healthy Packed Lunch Ideas for Children (UK School-Friendly)
Why Packed Lunches Matter for Children’s Health As a paediatric nutritionist working across the NHS and in private practice for over 15 years, I see the impact of lunchtime nutrition…
Iron Deficiency in Children: Symptoms, Causes and Iron-Rich Foods
What Is Iron Deficiency and Why Does It Matter? As a paediatric nutritionist, iron deficiency is one of the concerns I encounter most frequently in my clinic. It is the…
Diet and Eczema in Children: Foods to Avoid and Foods That Help
As a paediatric nutritionist who has spent over 15 years working with families across the NHS and in private practice, one of the questions I hear most often is: “Could…