Toddler and Preschool Nutrition

Pathway Contributor: Susan Firus

Credentials:
RD

Degree(s):
Master of Arts, Registered Dietitian

Relevant Dietetic Experience and Accomplishments:

• Editor PEN
• Advocate for Child Nutrition & Type I Diabetes
• Chair of Mindful Eating Counselling Working Group

Practice Focus:
Diabetes

Contributions:

• Are vitamin/mineral supplements for children one to three years of age or older needed to help achieve adequate nutrient intake?  

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• Are there safety concerns for feeding fish to infants and young children related to mercury contamination?  

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• What portion sizes are recommended for one- to two-year olds?  

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• What portion sizes are recommended for one- to two-year olds?  

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• At what age is it appropriate to introduce lower fat milk to children?  

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• At what age is it appropriate to introduce lower fat milk to children?  

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• Should meal and snack times be scheduled for toddlers and preschoolers (age one to five years)?  

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• Should meal and snack times be scheduled for toddlers and preschoolers (age one to five years)?  

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• What is the optimum number of meals and snacks for a child one- to five-years old?  

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• What is the optimum number of meals and snacks for a child one- to five-years old?  

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• What is the evidence supporting the DRI recommendations for fibre for children ages one to five years?  

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• How much fruit juice is appropriate to include in the diet of a toddler/preschooler?  

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• How much fruit juice is appropriate to include in the diet of a toddler/preschooler?  

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• Toddler and Preschool Nutrition Practice Guidance Toolkit

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