NutriKidz

NutriKidz NutriKidz specializes in providing pediatric nutrition counselling and education to keep kids happy

NutriKidz is a Toronto-based pediatric nutrition company, specializing in nutrition counselling and education to promote health and well-being for generations to come. NutriKidz will provide education, resources and nutrition care plans tailored to meet your child's diverse and specific needs. NutriKidz has the knowledge and experience to help your child reach their health potential through nutrition interventions. In addition to individual counselling, NutriKidz promotes health and well-being by reviewing, analyzing, and modifying daycare menus. NutriKidz also works closely with corporate partners and companies. Nutrition education sessions are also available for kids, caregivers, and staff provided in group settings.

Come shopping for cereal with me!Yes - dietitians buy cerealPros:- shelf stable source of iron among many other vitamins...
01/22/2026

Come shopping for cereal with me!

Yes - dietitians buy cereal

Pros:
- shelf stable source of iron among many other vitamins and minerals
- convenient and fast (part of a) meal
- kids like it
- potential to be a low sugar and high fibre food source

CONS:
- need to recognize not all are created equal and I encourage you to read the food label and determine what time of day, meal or snack, it best fits in for your child

So here’s an example of me grocery shopping and nearly buying an adorable cereal but doing my mom/dietitian diligence and seeing it doesn’t fit all the boxes to satisfy me.

When you nail the at dinner 🤌🏻Favourite weeknight dinner are my tofu nuggets (see recipe on saved recipe stories) becau...
01/08/2026

When you nail the at dinner 🤌🏻

Favourite weeknight dinner are my tofu nuggets (see recipe on saved recipe stories) because I prep them ahead of time and they cook up fast. You can also bake them in the oven and just flip them once. Topping them with a little sweet soy sauce once they’ve crisped up adds such a delicious pop of flavour. I usually add in some chopped garlic, ginger, green onion and sesame seeds, too.

I prepped a bunch of veg on the weekend which I sautéed with a quick sauce made of water, cornstarch, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, green onion.

Would your family eat this meal??



Lastly, you can’t go wrong with pairing it with some basmati rice.

Turkey Noodle SoupTo a large stock pot, add turkey bones, skin, fill with water and add 1-2 tbsp vinegar. Allow to simme...
12/28/2025

Turkey Noodle Soup

To a large stock pot, add turkey bones, skin, fill with water and add 1-2 tbsp vinegar. Allow to simmer for at least 4-6 hours. Strain the stock. Freeze or refrigerate extra for later use and reserve 4-6 cups for soup.

To the 4-6 cups of stock, add:
Leftover turkey - 3 cups, chopped
Celery and carrots - 1 cup, diced
Pasta - 1.5 cups

Heat through until veggies and pasta are cooked.
Garnish with fresh dill and cracked pepper.

Enjoy!

Cheesy Artichoke & Spinach DipINGREDIENTS:2 packages of 8 oz. cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup mayonnaise...
12/21/2025

Cheesy Artichoke & Spinach Dip

INGREDIENTS:
2 packages of 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2-3 garlic cloves minced
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese + 1/4 cup for the top
Few cranks of ground pepper
2 bottles of artichoke hearts, liquid drained, roughly chopped (save about 1/4 jar to chop up very well)
10 oz frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed/strained to drain off excess liquid

DIRECTIONS:
Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, and garlic in a bowl and mix well.
Add the chopped artichokes and spinach and mix well. Then combine the cheese and mix well.
Pour into a baking dish and top with the remaining mozza cheese.
Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, the first 10 covered with foil, the last 10-15 minutes uncovered, until cheese is bubbly and browned.
Enjoy with fresh baguette or whatever you like to dip with!

Bars are a convenient snack & I’m sure you all have a variety in your cupboards. However, not all bars are equal! Some b...
12/12/2025

Bars are a convenient snack & I’m sure you all have a variety in your cupboards. However, not all bars are equal! Some bars are just glorified chocolate bars.

So here are some tips to choosing a bar like a dietitian:
- aim for bar with 2-4 grams of protein
- aim for a bar with 2-4 grams of fibre
- keep total sugars less than 8 grams of sugar (that’s 2 teaspoons)
- ideally you choose a bar with a short ingredient list
- keep it nut free if you’re sending them to school (otherwise many nut-containing options provide healthy fats & protein)

If you want my downloadable guide to choosing granola bars, comment BAR and I’ll send you the list!

Growing children require regular adequate iron intake otherwise their iron stores can become low which lead a to iron de...
12/08/2025

Growing children require regular adequate iron intake otherwise their iron stores can become low which lead a to iron deficiency.

Iron Requirements by Age:
Infants 0-6 mos = 0.27 mg
Infants 7-12 mos = 11 mg
Children 1-3 yr = 7 mg
Children 4-8 yr = 10 mg
Children 9-13 yr = 8 mg
Females 14-18 yr = 15 mg
Makes 14-18 yr = 11 mg

Common Food Sources of Iron:
2.5 oz beef = 3 mg
1/4 cup beans = 2 mg
1/2 cup fortified breakfast cereal = 1.7 mg
1/4 cup lentils = 1.5 mg
1/2 cup quinoa = 1.4 mg
2.5 oz chicken = 1 mg
1 slice whole grain bread = 1 mg
1 egg = 1 mg
1 oz pumpkin seeds = 0.9 mg

Iron is an important nutrient for growing children and not all are getting what they need. Stats show that toddlers and ...
12/07/2025

Iron is an important nutrient for growing children and not all are getting what they need. Stats show that toddlers and teenage girls are likely not getting enough. Inadequate intake of dietary iron impacts energy, focus, and development.

Daily Iron Requirements:
1–3 years: 7 mg/day
4–8 years: 10 mg/day
9–13 years: 8 mg/day (boys & girls)
14–18 years: 11 mg/day (boys), 15 mg/day (girls)

How can you help your child meet their requirements?
Offer Heme Iron: Found in red meat, poultry, fish; better absorbed.

Include Non-Heme Iron: Legumes, nuts, seeds, dark green veggies, whole grains.

Pair with Vitamin C: Vitamin C (citrus, peppers, broccoli) helps absorb plant-based iron.

Limit Cow’s Milk (Toddlers): Calcium in milk blocks iron absorption and fills them up, displacing iron-rich foods.

Fortified Foods: Use iron-fortified cereals and formulas.

Cast iron cookware: cast iron deposits iron into the food you’re cooking. You can also use the lucky iron fish to add more iron to foods.

Why work with a dietitian? Because feeding kids is hard!Why not allow yourself similar successes like these families. Wh...
12/05/2025

Why work with a dietitian? Because feeding kids is hard!

Why not allow yourself similar successes like these families.

Why not feel confident in feeding your children.

Why not learn evidenced-based nutrition advice that comes from a mom of 2!

Nope, it’s not protein your kid needs more of. It’s veggies! 🥗 🥕 🥦 Many Canadian children do not eat the recommended fru...
12/04/2025

Nope, it’s not protein your kid needs more of. It’s veggies! 🥗 🥕 🥦

Many Canadian children do not eat the recommended fruit & vegetable intake guidelines. Younger children tend to have higher intakes compared to adolescents, but the stats overall are not great.

Why does it matter?
Eating a diet that is comprised of more vegetables (think 1/2 your plate coming from plants) can help lower the risk of chronic disease such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, heart disease, and fatty liver disease. It can also support a healthy weight, improve immune function, and promote better digestion.

What can you do?
🍅 Offer veggies often, and change up how you offer veggies
🫛Consider your child’s preferences. Will they accept foods like sauces and dips and smoothies? Load those up with more veggies & greens.
🥬 Try plant-based alternatives like veggie noodles, choose beans/lentils in place of meat.
🌽 Change up the cooking methods - try roasting, air frying, grilling.
🫑 Get creative with presentation. We eat with our eyes first!
🥒 Keep cut up veggies (and dips) on hand. Pull it out as after school snacks or appetizers before dinner is ready.

What’s your favourite way to serve veggies in your house? Leave me a comment!

If you’re struggling to get your child to eat more veggies, learn how working together can help.

If we’ve worked together before, you know I’m a huge fan of family style dinners. It’s a bonus if each family member can...
12/04/2025

If we’ve worked together before, you know I’m a huge fan of family style dinners. It’s a bonus if each family member can customize their meal just the way they like it.

First pic is our meal - chicken souvlaki with tortillas, fixing and sauces, salad and fries.

Second and third pic - each kids plate. They love to share what their plate looks like and how they designed their meal that night.

This strategy creates an inviting, zero-pressure environment. I’ll sometimes push them a little to explore more foods, to make sure their plate is colourful, and to keep open minded in trying new foods.

Feeling the struggle at meals? Learn how I can help you reverse picky eating and set the stage for fun, family dinners.

We had so much fun making these school-safe, kid friendly power bites. These are simple put together, fully customizable...
12/02/2025

We had so much fun making these school-safe, kid friendly power bites. These are simple put together, fully customizable, and are a great way to involve kids in making nutritious, fibre-rich snacks.

Comment POWER BITES and I’ll send you the recipe!

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