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Is milk good or bad for kids? And how much dairy do they actually need?

Is milk good or bad for kids? And how much dairy do they actually need?

If you follow child nutrition content on social media, you’re bound to be confused when it comes to giving your kids milk. Here’s what the...

10.06.2026 10

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4 expert tips for family mealtimes without the drama

It can be tempting to feed young children early, then sit down to a separate meal once they’re in bed. But having family dinners pays off in the...

16.03.2026 30

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Bribing kids to eat vegetables might backfire. Here’s what to do instead

If you promise dessert after a few more bites of broccoli or carrot, kids can start to see sweets as the ‘prize’ and veggies as the ‘chore’.

20.10.2025 10

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Do kids really need vitamin supplements?

Children’s supplements claim to support immunity, growth, or overall wellbeing. But what does the science say?

06.10.2025 20

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Should I limit how often my child eats nuts because they contain fat?

Parents sometimes avoid nuts due to claims they cause unwanted weight gain or trigger life-threatening allergies.

01.09.2025 30

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Should I limit how much fruit my child eats because it contains sugar?

Can kids eat too much fruit? Here’s what the evidence says.

30.07.2025 30

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My kids only want to eat processed foods. How can I get them eating a healthier and more varied diet?

These foods make up one-third of kids’ daily energy intake.

23.06.2025 20

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Is TikTok right? Do I need to eat more protein?

Has TikTok got you worried you’re not eating enough protein to keep you healthy? Here’s how much you really need, and what that looks like...

03.04.2025 20

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Why does my kid eat so well at childcare but not at home?

Some kids live a ‘double life’ when it comes to eating habits. But there are six ways to bring childcare eating habits home.

25.03.2025 20

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