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Nutritionist, Cookbook Author,
Food Network Host and Mom, Theresa Albert
Few things about being a new mom are more stressful than the food. (Well, maybe the sleep) It should be “just natural,” another extension of the love you feel for this child but the truth is, there is so much myth and mysticism surrounding what first foods to eat, when to start and how much is enough. And, let’s face it, we no longer live in supportive groups where we would learn from our moms, friends and aunties the secret recipes of a whole, healthy life.
That’s why I am here. As a personal chef and nutritionist, I have seen all the “mistakes” mothers make in their quest for healthy kids. As a cookbook author and television show host of Food Network’s Just One Bite, a daily cooking show that attempts to unravel the kid palate and encourage the family platter, I have spooned the same tune…in food, as in all other things “parent”, WE ARE LEADERS, WE LEAD!
My fervent hope is to give you the tools to succeed. To have a happy, healthy child who is free from allergies and full of verve! To grow them into teenagers who say “mmm, thanks mom, my friends love your muffins, nachos, soup, biscuits…” The secrets will unfold, one by one and the recipes will follow. You will find whole, real foods and ridiculously easy ways to prepare them. You will get a pinch of advice from a mom who has been there and lived to tell the story. And, you will get this right, it’s only natural.
Nutrition Articles
Fish by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
I try to eat fish at least 3 times per week as is recommended by many worldwide health organizations including Health Canada.
The Terrible Twos by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
If I had a dollar for every time a parent told me “he ate everything until he was 2!” I’d be donating a lot more money to the food bank.
Rice by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
There is darned good reason that rice is a first food for many babies.
Probiotic Importance by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
It is estimated that between 70% and 80% of the immune system resides in the gut.
Better Convenience Foods by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
One of the nastiest tasks in a parent’s week is grocery shopping.
Caffeine by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
We don’t really think about caffeine and kids, that is, we don’t serve them cappuccino for breakfast or anything. Or do we?
Foods to Avoid by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
Once your baby is up and running (12-24 months) it will be lots of fun keeping anything out of their mouths, not the least of which is food that poses one hazard or another!
A Long And Healthy Life by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
Want your (born or unborn) child to live a long and healthy life? Studies show that we are living longer year after year (with one little backward blip last year because of our collective obesity issues).
Handling The Holidays by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
Handling the holidays with toddlers is not quite the treat it should be.
Babes on Planes by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
A mother is subject to public scrutiny each and every time she steps out the front door with her little one but never so much as on an airplane.
By The Age Of One Year by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
By the age of one year, your baby should have been through a wide range of foods, cleared for allergies and be eating everything that the family is eating.
What’s Next? 7-10 months by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
By 7 months your toddler has likely learned to use their tongue, began getting nourishment from the food that wasn’t stuck to the wall, floor and table, and has gained a repertoire of mostly fruits and vegetables while ruling out any allergies.
Starting Solids by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
Babies do give us the signals that they are ready to eat solid food. Find out what they are.
First Foods by Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP
A look at what foods are good to start your baby on, and which ones you should avoid.
More information on Food and Nutrition expert, Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP can be found at www.theresaalbert.com
