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Healthy Eating

Evidence-based nutrition advice for children. Portion sizes, sugar guidelines, the Eatwell Guide, vitamins, hydration and everything UK parents need to know about feeding growing bodies.

How Much Sugar Should a Child Have Per Day?

11 May 2026 by Dr. Sarah Mitchell

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…

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Iron Deficiency in Children: Symptoms, Causes and Iron-Rich Foods

5 May 2026 by Dr. Sarah Mitchell

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…

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How Many Calories Does a Child Need? A Guide by Age

1 May 2026 by Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Why Calorie Needs Matter for Children As a paediatric nutritionist, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is: how many calories does my child actually need? It…

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How Much Water Should a Child Drink Each Day?

23 April 2026 by Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Why Water Matters for Children As a paediatric nutritionist, one of the questions I hear most often from parents is: how much water should my child drink each day? It…

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Ultra-Processed Food and Children’s Health: What UK Parents Need to Know

14 April 2026 by Dr. Sarah Mitchell

As a paediatric nutritionist working with families across the UK for over 15 years, I have watched the conversation around ultra-processed food grow from a niche academic concern into one…

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