The Nourished Child

Jill Castle, MS, RDN

About

The Nourished Child is about child nutrition, feeding kids, and dealing with the ups and downs of raising healthy eaters. Dealing with picky eating? A young athlete? Or do you just want to focus on healthy eating? No matter the age, good nutrition for today’s child can be complicated and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be. Join Jill Castle, a registered dietitian, pediatric nutritionist, author, and mom as she gives nutrition advice, feeding strategies, and health tips so you raise a healthy child, inside and out. Let the Nourished Child guide you along the way to a happy, healthy, well-nourished child.

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210 episodes

How to Help Kids with Low Iron

Jill reviews iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in kids and what parents can do to help.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

21m
Mar 28
Easy Food Tips to Help All Children Eat Better

Jill reviews for easy tips for helping all children, especially those with large bodies,  eat better. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

16m
Mar 14
My Child is Always Hungry and Overweight

Jill reviews nutrition and feeding tips for parenting a child who is always hungry and overweight. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

14m
Feb 29
6 Principles for Introducing New Foods to Young Children

Jill reviews 6 principles to keep in mind when introducing new foods to young children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

19m
Feb 15
The Genetics of Your Child’s Food Approach and Why It Matters

Jill reviews the genetics of food approach in kids and revisits an interview with Dr. Alison Miller about child eating styles. Why are some kids more interested in food and others less so? Find out! Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

51m
Feb 01
Do Parents Restrict Food when Kids Are Larger?

Jill reviews how parent feeding may change when raising a child with a larger body. She chats about the genetics of being larger and the impact of restricting food. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

19m
Jan 18
3 Wishes for the New Year

Jill has three wishes for the New Year for parents and anyone who cares about children. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

12m
Jan 04
Simple Ways to Educate Toddlers about Food

Jill reviews three simple ways to teach toddlers about food without stigmatizing and compromising their developing relationship with food. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

12m
Dec 21, 2023
Eating in secret: Why do kids sneak food?

Jill reviews why kids sneak food and what parents can do about it. If your child is eating in secret, this is a must-listen! Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

14m
Dec 07, 2023
Stereotyping Children About Their Size, Eating, and Activity Levels

Jill reviews three labels adults place on kids about their eating, size, and activity levels, and the impact these have on children’s well-being. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

13m
Nov 23, 2023
How to Arm Your Child Against Dysfunctional Eating with Jessica Setnick

Jessica Setnick shares her insights on dysfunctional eating in children and what parents can do right now to protect them. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

50m
Nov 09, 2023
Is it okay for a child to be a pescatarian?

Is it safe for children to be pescatarian? Understand the benefits, watch-outs, and potential mistakes when raising a pescatarian child. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

19m
Oct 26, 2023
The State of the Teen Plate with Ty Beal

Ty Beal shares his research and insights on adolescent nutrition in the U.S. and globally. Sponsored by Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner.®, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff.  Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

40m
Oct 12, 2023
Can Your Diet Be Healthy if You Eat Ultra-Processed Foods? with Julie Hess

Julie Hess shares how she planned a healthy diet pattern that meets the Dietary Guidelines for Americans using ultra-processed foods. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/

32m
Sep 28, 2023
The Inlaws: Eating, Feeding, Food and Kids’ Bodies

Jill answers a listener’s question about inlaws who constantly talk about nutrition, weight, and health when her toddler is around. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/  

19m
Sep 14, 2023
Making Fruits and Vegetables Fun with Lori Taylor

Lori Taylor of The Produce Moms talks about making fruits and vegetables fun for kids.  Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/  

42m
Aug 31, 2023
A Meal and Snack Schedule Works for Kids...Period

One of the easiest things you can do to help your child be a better eater (and all the reasons why)! Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/ 

19m
Aug 17, 2023
Raw Milk vs. Pasteurized Milk

In the quest for sustainable, unprocessed food, the consumption of raw milk is increasing. But is it a good idea for kids? Get full information in the blog.  

15m
Aug 03, 2023
Is Aspartame Bad for Kids?

Is aspartame bad for you? For your kids? Jill dives into the safety of aspartame for children and offers some strategies to ease your mind. Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/is-aspartame-bad-for-you/ 

19m
Jul 20, 2023
Is It Safe for Kids to Lift Weights?

Strength training is safe for kids under certain conditions. Jill Castle breaks down whether or not kids can lift weights and considerations for parents. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/190.  

18m
Jul 06, 2023
Is Prime Drink Okay for Kids?

Many kids are asking for Prime drink, but is it good for them? Jill Castle breaks down nutrition, safety, and other considerations about Prime. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/189.  

11m
Jun 22, 2023
My Baby Won’t Spoon Feed

My baby won’t spoon feed! Jill Castle offers tips and advice for parents when their baby is refusing spoon feeding. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/188.  

17m
Jun 08, 2023
It’s a Wrap (+ Some Updates)

Jill Castle recaps Season 7 of The Nourished Child podcast and shares some announcements for parents and professionals. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/187.  

17m
May 25, 2023
My Kids Want to Spend Money on Food

Listener question: How do I handle it when my child wants to spend money on food? Jill Castle answers and offers resources for parents and their kids. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/187.  

14m
May 11, 2023
Nourish the Person, Not the Shame with JC Lippold

JC Lippold discusses the cycle of shame in nutrition, fitness, and parenting and offers tips for minimizing shame. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/185.  

46m
Apr 27, 2023
How Can I Support a Healthier Body Image?

Listener question: How can I support a healthier body image in my child? Jill answers and offers resources for parents and their kids. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/184.  

17m
Apr 13, 2023
Why is Sleep Important for Kids?

Dr. Cara Palmer sheds light on the physical and emotional benefits of sleep for kids. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/183.  

45m
Mar 30, 2023
Cultural Foods and Shaming with Maya Feller

Maya Feller discusses the importance of introducing children to cultural foods and the harms of food shaming and bias in promoting an unbiased approach to discussing nutrition. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/182.  

38m
Mar 16, 2023
Cooking with Preschoolers with Dr. Yum

Dr. Nimali Fernando, also known as "Dr. Yum," talks about why cooking with preschoolers can be a fun and educational experience and how parents can involve their children in the kitchen to create healthy, delicious meals. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/181.  

39m
Mar 02, 2023
Disappointment and Concern: The AAP Guidelines for Children with Larger Bodies

Jill Castle talks about the new AAP clinical practice guidelines for children with larger bodies. Get full show notes and information here: https://thenourishedchild.com/180.  

24m
Feb 16, 2023