by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition, Kids Nutrition
First, try to figure out what caused the UTI so you can address the underlying issue. Has your child been on antibotics? Does your child take bubble baths? Does she drink enough water? Consume sugar or processed/refined foods? Does her diet contain a natural source...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Constipation, Kids Nutrition
Does your child experience frequent constipation or have trouble passing stools? A healthy child should have 1-2 stools daily. If your child is not having regular bowel activity, the immune system becomes weakened and it leaves the body vulnerable to developing...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition
Human milk is richer in whey, lactose, vitamin C, B12, folic acid, niacin, and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids compared to goat’s milk but leaner in protein (casein- the milk protein). See comparison chart below. The recipe offers a formula which is second best...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Nutrition, Growth & Weight Gain Concerns
Is Organic Worth it for Your Toddler? The Great Organic Debate By Dr. Jordin Rubin To eat organic or not to eat organic? That’s the question. So let’s take a closer look. First off, organic food is produced by farmers who use renewable resources and conserve soil and...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Featured, Kids Nutrition
Q: I’m not sure if my 3 year old child is getting enough vitamins in his diet. Are there any common vitamin deficiencies in kids I should look out for? What foods contain a lot of vitamins? A: The most common nutrient deficiencies found in children in the US...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Baby Health, Kids Nutrition
Q: I have an 11 month old daughter that her pediatrician says has a yeast infection on her skin. About two months ago Layla was constantly itching, she was getting daily rashes that wouldn’t go away (redness and swelling), the sides of her thighs were dark and...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Featured, Kids Nutrition, Picky Eaters
Question: I have a 3 yr old and his dentist is telling me that he has serious cavities and needs to be put under anesthesia to have fillings done. I have trying my best to remineralize his teeth by feeding him better foods such as those listed in Rami Nagel’s...
by Annika Rockwell, RD/LN | Kids Nutrition, Vitamins & Supplements
Q: I have a 20 month old girl who is small for her age (5th percentile) and cannot tolerate cow milk (she drinks goat milk instead). I heard that Abies Pectinata helps with calcium absorption and bone strength, is this true? I also read that AbiesPectinata and Betula...
