milk
Tracey’s question: Hi there Dr Joe, My 18 month old does not eat much. For breakfast he may only have three bites of a banana or Vegemite sandwich. For lunch he may only have one half of a small avocado, ... Read More »
Emily’s question: Hello Dr. Joe, My son is 6 weeks old and I’m breastfeeding him. I don’t always have masses of milk and I’ve noticed his poo is greener recently. Other mums and some websites say that means he’s undernourished. ... Read More »
Switching to skimmed milk in a bid to curb excess toddler weight gain doesn’t seem to work, indicates research published online in the Archives of Disease in Childhood. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association recommend that ... Read More »
A sweet and yummy smoothie, perfect for kids and adults alike. Have it to start the day or for an afternoon snack. Preparation time: 5 minutes Difficulty rating: Easy Ingredients Serves 2 adults or 4 kids 1 medium size mango ... Read More »
Taking a vitamin D supplement and drinking cow’s milk are the two most important factors that determine how much vitamin D is in a child’s body, new research has found. Those factors play a bigger role than even skin colour ... Read More »
New research has answered one of the most common questions parents ask their doctors: How much milk should I be giving my children? The answer is two cups per day. “We started to research the question because professional recommendations around ... Read More »
Melbourne researchers have developed cows’ milk that protects human cells from HIV. The milk contains antibodies which defend against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The next step will be to develop it into a cream which women can apply to protect ... Read More »
This easy gluten free recipe makes cheesy polenta fingers which will become a family favourite. Packed with calcium, these savoury fingers make a great lunch box snack or a healthy light meal served with salad. Preparation time: 10 minutes plus ... Read More »
This creamy chicken white sauce puree with broccoli and cauliflower is a great high-protein food for babies 9-12 months. Toddlers and older children will also love it. Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Difficulty rating: Easy-Medium Age Recommendation: ... Read More »
This easy home made custard recipe is quick to prepare and makes a healthy snack for toddlers and the whole family. With full cream milk and egg yolk, it’s packed with calcium and protein and is gluten free. Preparation time: ... Read More »
