Nutrition tips

How much protein does my child actually need? At HNK this is a question we often receive from worried parents of children (especially those refusi...

While it can feel scary and overwhelming, especially if you have a family history of food allergies, most babies will tolerate allergen foods. Pr...

SUGAR It is recommended that an adult consumes no more than 6 added teaspoons of sugar each day. It is recommended that a preschool aged child con...

SALT Salt is generally not recommended for babies and young children as their kidneys are not yet developed to handle excessive salt intake. The c...

NUTRIENTS ESSENTIAL FOR IMMUNITY   The following nutrients are considered essential for immunocompetence (a normal response to antigens). I’ve lis...

After sharing the mum-guilt I experienced after my little girl ended up with an undiagnosed infection for DAYS, which resulted in (very necessary)...

This article briefly covers the topic of milk for babies and toddlers, and is based on current dietary guidelines within Australia. Babies and tod...