When and how to start your baby on solids, how many times per day, how to bring in new foods, and when to move to table foods.

If you are concerned about your child's weight, you are in good company. About 25% to 30% of school-age children in the United States are overweight or obese, which puts them at risk for disease and low self-esteem. Eating disorders are on the rise among young people as well. Keep reading to learn more about weight and kids, and healthy ways to manage weight for the entire family.

General vegan nutritional information and specific guidelines for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children.

Two-part article covering ages 1-5 and 5-12, required nutrients and how to plan menus.

Professionally-oriented yet accessible article covering the causes, epidemiology, and treatment of childhood obesity.

Infant Formula: Second Best but Good Enough by Isadora B. Stehlin A century ago, babies who couldn't be breast-fed usually didn't survive. Today, although breast-feeding is still the best nourishment for infants, infant formula is a close enough second that babies not only survive but thrive. Commercially prepared formulas are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. The safety of ...

The stages of weaning a vegetarian baby and important nutrients.

Large collection of rated articles on a variety of nutrition topics.

Calorie calculator, nutritional recommendations, information on breastfeeding, healthy snacks, weight loss and more.