Is fruit juice a good way to give kids the nutrients they need ... or is it full of excess sugar that they should avoid? With all of the types and brands and flavors available in the supermarket, it ...

BOSTON - If you want to put a healthy fruit snack in your child's lunch bag, researchers from UMass Amherst say to stay away from fruit gummies. A UMass Amherst team of food scientists analyzed the ...

Children's health benefits more from whole fruits than juice. Whole fruits provide vital fiber, aiding digestion and satiety.

Filling half of a child's plate with fruits and veggies isn't just recommended by the United States Dietary Guidelines, it also helps increase the amount of produce that kids end up eating, according ...

Make healthy foods convenient and give them more time to eat them. Research has found that eating healthier is associated with better school performance. Here’s something I wrote about the topic for ...

An expert shares what parents can do to help their kids eat a healthy diet. Nearly half of kids ages 1 to 5 are not eating a daily vegetable and nearly one-third are not eating a daily fruit, ...

Strawberries are winter gems rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber that all help build strong immunity in children. They protect the body from seasonal infections and help maintain healthy, ...

There’s nothing like a sweet, juicy nectarine in the summer, a crisp fall apple or naturally sweet strawberries picked at their peak. As a dietitian, it’s easy for me to get behind fruit. It’s ...