Mom, What's For Dinner?

Repost: Fiber

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/fan_mail/new] We are reposting this episode because there is a lot of hype out there about fiber these days and we thought it might be helpful to go back to the basics when it comes to fiber.  Additional Resources:  https://nutrition.org/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets/#:~:text=Just%207%25%20of%20adults%20meet,greater%20risk%20for%20heart%20disease.%E2%80%9D [https://nutrition.org/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets/#:~:text=Just%207%25%20of%20adults%20meet,greater%20risk%20for%20heart%20disease.%E2%80%9D]  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983 [https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983]  https://health.clevelandclinic.org/inulin-benefits [https://health.clevelandclinic.org/inulin-benefits]  https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Kids-Need-Fiber-Heres-Why-and-How.aspx#:~:text=If%20you%20find%20it%20helpful,a%20general%20guideline%20for%20children [https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Kids-Need-Fiber-Heres-Why-and-How.aspx#:~:text=If%20you%20find%20it%20helpful,a%20general%20guideline%20for%20children]. Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Repost: Hydration

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/fan_mail/new] With the summer weather coming soon we thought this repost was a good fit to get you thinking about hydration. We know that hydration is important but with so many adds on social media today it seems like everyone is drinking electrolyte powders and hydration multipliers. In this episode we debunk the hype around some popular hydration supplements and get creative with ideas to help you keep yourself and your kids hydrated.  Links:  Check out our hydration handout by clicking here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/resources/ [https://jenbelangernutrition.com/resources/]  Check out our Fueling For Sports episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14242106 [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14242106]  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Repost: Demystifying Breastmilk

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/fan_mail/new] We are reposting this episode as your reminder about the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding.  Additional Resources:  Breastfeeding Benefits CDC:  https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby [https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby].   Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E Brown Lactoferrrin:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/ [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/]  AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding:  https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired [https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired].   Additional Compisition information: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/ [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/]  Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding by the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day [https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day].  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Repost: Spring Recipe Inspiration

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/fan_mail/new] In this repost we are revisiting our seasonal produce and recipe series to get you into the spring spirit and to hopefully bring some nice weather your way!  Additional Resources:  Check out the USDA seasonal produce guide here: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/spring  Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Repost: Cooking Healthy on a Budget

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/fan_mail/new] Reposting this episode because the price of groceries just seems to be rising and we are all feeling it! Whenever I leave the grocery store I feel that burning hole in my pocket. We are coming at you with some quick and easy tips for cooking healthy on a budget. We are big foodies here as I am sure our listeners know, so we love making delicious food that is also budget friendly!  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.