AMY GARDNER / September 9, 2016
Parents are constantly under scrutiny (mostly their own). And let’s face it, we all let things slide once in a while. It may be a relief to know that the following parenting “faux pas” may actually be good for your...
JENNIFER DROHAN / August 27, 2016
The only two beverages your child needs to grow strong and be healthy are milk and water. One general rule of thumb is to serve milk (cow or calcium-fortified soy, grain or nut-based) at mealtimes and water in between. Both cow and...
AMY GARDNER / June 9, 2016
Wait, what? Folate in pregnancy INCREASES risk of autism? I give up! Moms really can’t win. If this is what you’re thinking, you’re not alone, I was right there with you when I read this headline earlier today. So, please do yourself a favor and...
AMY GARDNER / May 2, 2016
Finding time for family meals is challenging. Research shows family meals are connected to children’s overall health, self esteem and school performance. Regular family meals (3 or more a week) mean a child may be 35% less likely to engage...
AMY GARDNER / April 3, 2016
April is National Autism Awareness Month and in honor of that, Amy Gardner, our owner and nutrition therapist specializing in autism and eating put together this helpful video for parents interested in exploring integrative therapies for managing the symptoms of autism. For...
AMY GARDNER / March 29, 2016
The virtuous green, leafy vegetable. We hear so much about it but, if you’re anything like me up until a few years ago, these behemoth-leafed vegetables are daunting. What exactly are you supposed to do with them anyway?. Thanks to their increasing popularity and the proliferation of...
AMY GARDNER / March 11, 2016
Eggs are simply amazing. An inexpensive protein source packed with a lot of vitamins and minerals. AND, check out this great (and super fun) tip on separating eggs courtesy of my niece, Olivia! A single large boiled egg contains: Vitamin A: 6%...
AMY GARDNER / February 23, 2016
Check out the homerun letter Jill Merrigan writes in response to this article on Boston.com Dear Eric Wilbur and editors at Boston.com, The problem is not with Pablo Sandoval’s weight but is with the inappropriate emphasis and attention you have given to Sandoval’s weight....
AMY GARDNER / January 22, 2015
Water. It’s so easy to forget it this time of year but SO important not to. 50-60% of the body is water and it’s a critical ingredient for all metabolic processes. We need about 1ml of water for every calorie...
AMY GARDNER / November 10, 2014
When should you start exploring eating and body image issues with kids? Although it’s never too early to start emphasizing the importance of good nutrition, middle school and junior high are when these issue tend to start. Between ages 10...
