Is Caffeine Safe for Children and Teenagers?
In recent years, soda consumption in the United States has been dropping. Unfortunately, many other sugary and caffeinated drinks have taken the place of soda. We have seen a proliferation of energy drinks, fancy coffees, “healthy” teas and even caffeine supplements over the past few years. Many parents ask me how much caffeine is considered […]
How much sugar should my child be eating?
How much sugar should my child be eating? It seems like everyone is talking about carbohydrates and diet these days. We all know that we should watch our sugar intake, but what are the actual guidelines for children and sugar intake? According to the American Heart Association, children should be consuming less than 6 teaspoons […]