I have been in China for a little over 6 years now and the incredible pace of change here is one of the many reasons I plan to stay on. Naturally, I have notice the dietary changes too. Primarily that people now prefer eating out more often and fast food is no longer a luxury item. For the first time [...]
Ensuring adequate iron is one of the nutrition challenges that babies and beginner eaters can encounter in their lives. Particularly right around the 5-7 month mark when the infant’s growth both physically and mentally begin to outstrip their body’s iron stores and what they can absorb from the iron in milk in either formula or breast. The last stat I [...]
As a baby, you could easily control his food choices and he would happily slurp down the pureed veggies you place in front of him. However, as they gain greater independence, he is beginning to turn his nose at healthier options. So what can a parent do? Let them be? Do an Amy Chua ala Tiger Mom? I’m more inclined [...]
There is a lot of buzz about Vitamin D these days and it has become quite the ‘it’ supplement in the last few years.
My interview on Crossover program on CNTV early 2011 on new year resolutions
What kids need to grow their brains.