Nutrition By Age
5 Easy & Tasty Brunch Ideas for Teens
Get your teens involved in simple meal preparation now, so they can learn some healthy survival cooking skills for later! You don’t have to be a
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
About the Author
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Melissa is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with a master's in nutrition education. She is the founder of SuperKids Nutrition Inc. Read more about her Super Crew children’s books and her experience as a registered dietitian on the About Melissa and Shop page. Discover how nutrition can help you live your best health potential through her plant-based books and newsletter on Melissa’s Healthy Living.
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Healthy Living Tips
My Messy but Healthy Kitchen – Why Perfection Isn’t Always the Best
The inside truth to how a dietitian is in the kitchen. Being messy doesn’t mean your food can’t be healthy! People often ask what types
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Healthy Living Tips
When to Toss it? Food Expiration Guidelines
Not sure when you should toss your food? Take a look at our quick go-to guide to get started! In my house, I am constantly
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Fitness and Family
Make a SPLASH -Fun Ways to Enjoy Water
Water can be enjoyed from the inside out! Whether it’s at the beach, the pool or filtered and chilled in a cup, make H20 an
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition and Weight
Teaching Body Image: Don’t Say, I’m So Fat!
With childhood obesity on the rise, there are a lot of anti-obesity campaigns that can sometimes be misinterpreted by a child and their family. Here
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Infants and Toddler Healthy Meal Plans
Sample Day of Meals for a 2-Year-Old Child
Healthy menu plans for kids can be a breeze with a little meal prep! Check out how simple and easy a sample day of meals
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Healthy Living Tips
Five Tips to Help Your Nanny or Caregiver Instill Healthy Eating
Simple ways to make sure your kids eat healthy even when you’re not around and someone else is preparing their meals. A question I often
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Nutrition By Age
A Thirst for Change in Schools
Childhood obesity and diabetes are hot topics right now—as are a number of other health risks that result from taking in too many extra calories.
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
Healthy Living Tips
Healthy Road Trips and Dining Out
It’s possible to eat healthy on the road with kids. Here’s how! Traveling for vacation or the holidays? A nutritious diet is always in, whether it’s
Melissa Halas, MA, RD, CDE
