Special Dietary Needs

• 3 Ways to Build Strong Bones

  We build almost all our bone density when we’re kids and teens. Kids with strong bones have a better chance of avoiding bone weakness later in life. Here’s how parents can help.

• Celiac Disease

  With celiac disease, eating a protein called gluten damages the small intestine. Learn how a gluten-free diet can help.

• Dairy-Free Diet

  A dairy-free diet is one that has no animal milk in it or any products made from milk.

• DASH Diet for High Blood Pressure

  Doctor may recommend the DASH diet for kids who’ve had a blood pressure reading that was higher than normal. The DASH diet is not a strict diet, but more of a lifestyle.

• Dietary Needs for Kids With Cerebral Palsy

  Kids with cerebral palsy can have trouble eating. But with the right diet and feeding techniques, they can get the nutrients needed to thrive.

• Dietary Tips for Kids With Cystic Fibrosis

  Kids with cystic fibrosis have some special nutritional needs. Here’s how parents can help them.

• Egg Allergy

  Managing an egg allergy means reading food labels, monitoring the diet, and carrying medicines in case of reactions.

• Feeding Your Child Athlete

  All kids need to eat balanced meals and have a healthy diet. But should that balance change for kids who play on a sports team or work out?

• Food Allergies

  Food allergies can cause serious and even deadly reactions in kids, so it’s important to know how to feed a child with food allergies and to prevent reactions.

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common intestinal problem that can cause cramps, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. Certain foods can trigger these problems. So can anxiety, stress, and infections.