Smart Food Shopping Tips For Healthier Kids

By Christine Wood, MD

When we walk into the grocery store and see all the choices available, it can be an overwhelming experience. With over 12,000 new processed food choices introduced each year into the United States, no wonder we are overwhelmed! When I walk by that fruit roll-up section, I realize how food choices have expanded and how many choices are marketed to children. Here I present a few principles of how to shop smart for the family. Read more

Brighter, Brainier, Breakfasts

By Christine Wood, MD
www.kidseatgreat.com

Do you ever skip breakfast because you are in a hurry or just not hungry?   While 99 percent of 3^rd graders say they eat breakfast, the number drops to 85% when these students reach the 8^th grade.  Breakfast feeds the brain and has been proven to enhance school performance.  Read more