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Added Sugar Defined: What Parents Need to Know for Better Nutrition
What is added sugar? What does no added sugar mean? And why does this need to be on your radar right now? To put it simply: childhood obesity rates are skyrocketing, type 2 diabetes is appearing in younger kids than ever before, and dental issues are becoming increasingly common. The
Healthy Eating for a Healthy Baby: Your Pregnancy Nutrition Questions
If you currently are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, you might have racked up a list of more than a few questions to ask your doctor (or Dr. Google) when it comes to nutrition. I know that a lot of moms are wondering about the importance of nutrition
Daycare Snack and Lunch Ideas Your Toddler Will Love
I did some quick math: if your child attends full-time daycare or school, you’re packing over 250 meals each year per kid! And let’s not even get started on the snacks—those can add up quickly too. Coming up with daycare lunch ideas and snacks can feel like a daunting task,
Your Food Allergy Fears, Questions, the Myths, and the Truth
Whether you need to avoid the top 8 food allergens, have one particular food allergy, or are packing lunches and snacks for schools that have allergen restrictions, this post is for you! Use this index to jump to a topic in this post… This post contains affiliate links. As an
The Lowdown on Dairy: Dairy Allergy vs. Lactose Intolerance
Dairy is always a hot topic in the nutrition world. And dairy allergy vs. lactose intolerance is one of the more misunderstood topics. It has conflicting reputations depending on who you ask! Most kids love it! Parents are constantly left wondering if it’s okay, how much is too much, and whether
5 Ways to Simplify Meal Planning and Make Your Life Easier
Looking for the one-week summer meal plan? Click here! If you’re anything like me, you might feel a little bit bogged down by what feels like the never-ending task of cooking for your family. They really need to eat 3 times a day every day? And I’M IN CHARGE? It’s
Added Sugar Defined: What Parents Need to Know for Better Nutrition
What is added sugar? What does no added sugar mean? And why does this need to be on your radar right now? To put it simply: childhood obesity rates are skyrocketing, type 2 diabetes is appearing in younger kids than ever before, and dental issues are becoming increasingly common. The
Healthy Eating for a Healthy Baby: Your Pregnancy Nutrition Questions
If you currently are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, you might have racked up a list of more than a few questions to ask your doctor (or Dr. Google) when it comes to nutrition. I know that a lot of moms are wondering about the importance of nutrition
Daycare Snack and Lunch Ideas Your Toddler Will Love
I did some quick math: if your child attends full-time daycare or school, you’re packing over 250 meals each year per kid! And let’s not even get started on the snacks—those can add up quickly too. Coming up with daycare lunch ideas and snacks can feel like a daunting task,
Your Food Allergy Fears, Questions, the Myths, and the Truth
Whether you need to avoid the top 8 food allergens, have one particular food allergy, or are packing lunches and snacks for schools that have allergen restrictions, this post is for you! Use this index to jump to a topic in this post… This post contains affiliate links. As an
The Lowdown on Dairy: Dairy Allergy vs. Lactose Intolerance
Dairy is always a hot topic in the nutrition world. And dairy allergy vs. lactose intolerance is one of the more misunderstood topics. It has conflicting reputations depending on who you ask! Most kids love it! Parents are constantly left wondering if it’s okay, how much is too much, and whether
5 Ways to Simplify Meal Planning and Make Your Life Easier
Looking for the one-week summer meal plan? Click here! If you’re anything like me, you might feel a little bit bogged down by what feels like the never-ending task of cooking for your family. They really need to eat 3 times a day every day? And I’M IN CHARGE? It’s
Hi! I’m Kacie Barnes, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, mom of 2, and founder of Mama Knows Nutrition. Here you’ll find everything you need to know to make feeding your little ones stress-free!
I specialize in nutrition for early childhood and have worked with hundreds of families to improve picky eating, get their kids eating better, and solve mealtime problems.
I have a Master of Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX and an undergrad degree from New York University. I also hold a second Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University.
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