Podcast Episode 95
Can kids eat a plant-based diet and still meet their nutrient needs? A resounding “yes” from our fantastic guest, pediatrician Dr. Yami. Tune in to learn the how, why and what kiddos can eat for a healthy body and environment!
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IN THIS EPISODE WE’LL COVER SOME OF THESE QUESTIONS:
- What is “barefoot running”?
- Can athletes be successful on a plant-based diet?
- What are “whole foods?”
- Why is what we feed children important?
- Can a child get enough protein on a plant-based diet?
- Do kids need dairy? Is having some dairy ok?
- Is jumping good for you?
- What is “picky eating” and do we need to be concerned about it…or not?
- Is it normal when your kiddo suddenly stops liking something?
- How can expand a kiddo’s food repertoire?
- How can families consider the planet when they think about diet?
- Is it ok to eat cereal daily?
- Do parents need to be perfect?
- What does it mean to eat 80/20?
- When did Keith start liking tomatoes?
ALSO MENTIONED ON OUR SHOW:
1. Dr. Yami’s Website: https://www.doctoryami.com/
2. Veggie Doctor Radio: https://www.doctoryami.com/podcast
3. Dr. Yami’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoctoryami/
4. Food Solutions: https://www.uvm.edu/instituteforagroecology/food-solutions-new-england
5. Nature’s Path: https://www.naturespath.com/en-us/
6. The Microbiome Diet Reset by Mary Purdy: https://marypurdy.co/books/microbiome-diet-reset/
RECIPES FOR KIDS FROM FELLOW DIETITIANS:
1. Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry By Chef Vahista Ussery, MS, MBA, RDN
IG: @to_taste; FB: To Taste
2. Vegan stuffed shells with sun-dried tomatoes and kale. By Melissa Altman-Traub MS, RDN, LDN https://www.facebook.com/melissatraubrd
3. Black-eyed peas and rice by KeyVion Miller RDN, LD/N
FB: @kmillerdietitian IG: @kmillerdietitian
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ABOUT MARY: Mary Purdy is an Integrative Eco Dietitian with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition from Bastyr University where she is Adjunct Faculty and a Clinical Supervisor at their teaching clinic. She writes, consults and speaks at conferences throughout the year, and was the Keynote speaker at the 2019 Bastyr University Commencement. Past experience includes:
- 4 years as Coach and Clinical Education Lead at Arivale, Seattle
- 8 years in private practice
- 5 years Clinical Supervisor at Bastyr Center for Natural Health
Mary takes an integrative/holistic approach to diet, health & wellness, promotes plant based and sustainable eating habits and believes that food is medicine!
DISCLAIMER: This podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. Please consult your doctor before following any information you hear here. The opinions expressed here are those exclusively of Mary Purdy, the Show’s producers, and guests.