Mom, What's For Dinner?

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Time to give our Mom's some love this fall and jump back into our Mom's Series to talk about a very important topic that many people struggle with...Yoyo dieting. Feel free to reach out at Izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com with any suggestions for future episodes.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informati...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In our practice every day we have families coming in to work with us on their mealtime struggles. We are revisiting this episode as a reminder to the families out there that you don't have to sit in the struggle and there are things you can do to help!  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? When you are running from one thing to the next in this busy time sometimes you need something quick and easy to grab and this episode is full of delicious ideas!  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 mak...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Sometimes it can be hard to navigate conversations about weight and body image with your child in a healthy and positive way. In this episode we are revisiting a conversation about how to approach this important but sensitive topic with your teen.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Now that back to school and fall sports are in full swing we figured we should revisit one of our favorite episodes for quick seasonal fall meals! Enjoy and as always if there is something you want to hear from us reach out at izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes o...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Just in time for back to school, we are reposting our ideas on packable lunch ideas that are daycare of school approved!  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 ch...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We thought this was a timely episode for back to school time. We are reposting our ideas for those busy school mornings when you need to get breakfast before you are out the door but have no time to make breakfast in the morning.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be take...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this episode we are talking about a product that came to us from one of Jen's clients. We just had to talk about the smart marketing this company uses for their products and talk about some of the nutrition behind this product.  If you have a topic you want to hear from us reach out to izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com  Disclaimer: Any information that I di...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This week we are talking about a new(er) brand called Little Spoon that acts as a meal delivery service for toddlers and small children. We'll chime in on the hype, the cost, the convenience, and more! If you have any suggestions for episodes you want to hear from us send us an email at izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com   Disclaimer: Any information that I dis...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this episode we are going over some important reminders about storing and preparing breastmilk safely.  If you have any suggestions for episodes you want to hear from us send us an email at izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com   Additional Resources:  Easy Breast Milk Storage and Preparation Handout Here:  https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/pdf/preparation-of-breast...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This episode is for all our parents out there who have kiddos who are about to get braces or even who are getting their wisdom teeth removed and need a softer food diet. We are sharing some fun recipe inspiration with all soft foods that are delicious whether you need soft food or not. Listen to our smoothie inspiration episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this combo episode we are covering a much of different topics. Jen talks to us about how wholesale clubs could be keeping your child picky and what to do about it. Then we check back in on seed oils and some of the recent marketing around seed oils in products. Then we do some food reviews on popular food products.  If you have any suggestions for episodes y...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this week's episode we are going to be breaking down the high protein trend and if these products are needed for kiddos. Protein is all over social media, in the news, and the grocery stores right now and many companies have started marketing high protein products more and more. We also talk about how much protein kiddos need per day.  If you have any s...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are finally answering the question people often ask us, what is the difference between a nutritionist and a Registered dietitian.  We want to hear from you about what you want to hear going forward. Reach out to izzy@jenbelangernutrition.com to suggest topics you want to hear about Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? We are back! We are so excited to be back recording new content for you to listen to. In this episode we are sharing the many updates that have happened since you last heard from us including some very exciting updates on the expansion of Jen Belanger Nutrition and what is in store for the podcast going forward. We can't wait to bring you more content in t...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? This is a repost of an episode we recorded a couple of years ago, targeting Great Aunt Sally or Uncle Henry and their comments on food and bodies at holiday gatherings. We thought a repost of this episode for July 4th was appropriate, where food, drinks, and bathing suits abound. Remember, your body and what you choose to eat are nobody's business but your...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? ICYMI: Jen Belanger Nutrition now offers lactation consulting! And you know what happens to babies after they breastfeed? They need to start solids at 6 months! So for all of our lactation mamas, this one's for you! In this episode, we are giving you all the information you need to know about starting solids through spoon feeding and purees for your baby....

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? 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.%...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? 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 creat...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? 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.  Additi...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? 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 Familie...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? 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 al...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? In this repost we are talking about the rise of energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and teens today, i...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? There is so much to cover on this important topic including what it is prediabetes and what is happening in the body when we develop prediabetes. We also talk about some of the typical lifestyle changes that Jen suggests to clients to help them manage and improve their health when they are living with prediabetes. Additional resources: Abbott on Prediabetes: ht...

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions? Sometimes wanting to eat "clean" can turn into an unhealthy obsession with label reading, scouring ingredient lists, and anxiety over every morsel of food eaten. Our episode on this condition, called orthorexia, is a must listen for parents and teens alike.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informationa...