AMY GARDNER / May 29, 2014
I recently attended a great seminar on the microbiome – our microbiome consists of the microorganisms living in our gut, skin, lungs and other organs. Did you know that there are 10 times more microbial cells than human cells in...
AMY GARDNER / May 27, 2014
First of all, N-O! Now, let us elaborate… This can be a tough question parents may ask themselves after a visit to the pediatrician’s office, a BMI report from their child’s school or for some when their child asks about...
AMY GARDNER / May 22, 2014
Tired of the same old chicken every night? Shake things up a bit with our fun dinner switch ups! Stir Fry Saturdays: We love this “take-out fake out” for weekends. Wok cooking can be a quick, fun and healthy alternative to...
Amy Gardner / April 14, 2014
Has post-lunch lethargy got you and your kids sleeping on the job? In a recent article from Dr. Sears, it’s suggested to be mindful of the types of protein and the amount of carbohydrates we eat at lunch to keep our minds...
AMY GARDNER / April 9, 2014
We have made it through this very, very long winter and although summer is in sight, there are still plenty of packed lunches left to put together. If you find yourself or your little one fatiguing from that go-to PB&J,...
AMY GARDNER / April 5, 2014
We’re very excited to announce our new office location at the Barrett Family Wellness Center in Northborough, MA. Barrett is committed to providing a full spectrum of wellness services children, adults and families. They specialize in pediatric occupational and speech therapy and we look...
AMY GARDNER / February 10, 2014
Peanut Butter & Jelly Bacon & Eggs Chocolate & Anything… There are some things in life that are just better together. Metrowest Nutrition is excited to introduce you to our new partner, The Barrett Family Wellness Center where we hope...
AMY GARDNER / July 29, 2013
A colleague sent me this great article from the New York Times about the Human Microbiome Project. The microbiome are the trillions of bacteria living on our skin and in our gut. This article is a little lengthy but Michael Pollan gives...
AMY GARDNER / July 24, 2013
Zinc is and important yet often overlooked mineral. Along with iron, it’s one of the most common deficiencies in kids’ diets. Zinc is essential for growth and development but also plays a critical role in appetite and taste perception. As nutritionist and...
AMY GARDNER / May 23, 2013
Do you have picky eaters in your family? Are you concerned about their health but are unsure how to manage it? Join Metrowest Nutrition, and Healthy Habits Kitchen, creators of ready-to-cook, nutritionally-balanced meal kits, to learn how you can ensure your picky...
