by Jenny Friedman, RD | Jan 21, 2019
This article shares the best sensory-friendly proteins for picky eaters and kids with sensory needs. Parents of extreme picky eaters come to me concerned that their child is not getting the nutrition they need to thrive. Protein is often at the top of that list. Meat...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Jan 17, 2019
Despite the plethora of anecdotal success stories of alternative diets for autism, scientific research is unable to support many of the claims we hear. That doesn’t mean diets like gluten-free and casein-free won’t help your child’s symptoms. What it does mean is that...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Jan 14, 2019
While many parents of kids with autism see improvements in their child’s behavior, attention, and hyperactivity when they reduce the amount of sugar in their little one’s diet, research does not actually support a link between sugar consumption and hyperactivity [1]....
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Jan 10, 2019
You probably have a morning routine to get the kids out the door and to school on time. I’m sure you also have a nighttime routine making sure baths are taken and teeth are brushed before it’s time to snuggle together with a book before bed. Have you ever considered a...
by Jenny Friedman, RD | Jan 7, 2019
This article shares the best portion sizes for picky eaters and how portion can help your picky eater try new foods. Size matters! And no, bigger isn’t always better. Smaller food portions are a lot less intimidating for little kids. It’s true when serving favorites,...
