Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Safe for Kids? Myths and Meal Planning – Ep. 51

Dr. Reshma Shah joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about plant-based diets for kids. They explore the health benefits of vegetarian and vegan eating, tackle common myths and share practical tips for ensuring kids get all the nutrients they need.  They also suggest some easy, kid-friendly recipes to help families get started. For resources go to healthychildren.org/podcast.

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Welcome to Healthy Children: a podcast for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Each episode features interviews with leading experts on topics that will help you on your parenting journey, like social media and mental health, nutrition from infancy through adolescence, treating common illnesses, and sleep strategies for kids of all ages. Learn about the most important innovations in pediatrics and parenting from the people behind them. So whether you're looking for general information related to your child’s health or for more specific guidance on parenting issues, you've come to the right place! Get the inside scoop from pediatricians about how to help children and teens thrive.