The Mediterranean Diet for Kids

06/11/24 • 35 min

The Mediterranean diet is all the rage right now but is it healthy for our kids? This week we break down the Mediterranean diet, its benefits, if it is safe for your child, and some of the most important things to consider if you do choose to make the switch for your child. During this week’s product review of "Keto Coconut Clusters" Jen explains net carbs and sugar alcohols.
Additional Links:
The Mediterranean Diet by The American Heart Association:

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/mediterranean-diet

The Mediterranean Diet for Kids by The Nourished Child:

https://thenourishedchild.com/mediterranean-diet-for-kids/

Check out the PREDIMED study here:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28684083/

Listen to our sugar episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13209691

Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/mediterranean-diet

The Mediterranean Diet for Kids by The Nourished Child:

https://thenourishedchild.com/mediterranean-diet-for-kids/

Check out the PREDIMED study here:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28684083/

Listen to our sugar episode here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13209691

Previous Episode

Easy Weeknight Meals

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?

This week is all about easy weeknight dinner ideas. These super quick and easy meals are perfect for those late nights when you are running around between practices, recitals, games, and any other afterschool activities you might have filling up your schedules.

Additional Resources:

Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here:

https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/

Listen to Episode 34 “Nourishing Your Family if You Hate Cooking” here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14489659

Listen to Episode 7 “Cooking Inspiration and Jen’s Favorite Recipes” here:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13322909

Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Next Episode

Applying the Mediterranean Diet to Your Family (Even Picky Kids!)

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?

This week we are continuing our discussion about the Mediterranean diet with some practical applications of the diet. We are going to be talking about some easy swaps you can make for your family today. Then we look at a dietary recall from one of Jen’s picky eating clients and talk about how we would make changes to incorporate more Mediterranean aspects that would work for a picky eater. Lastly, we give lots of Mediterranean diet inspired recipe ideas to get your started on your Med diet journey.

Additional Links:

Mediterranean Diet for Beginners:

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/291120/mediterranean-diet-for-beginners-everything-you-need-to-get-started/

Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/

Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here:

https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/

Listen to our “Food Chaining” episode here:

https://momwhatsfordinner.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14660563