Vegan Kids Nutrition
Have you ever wanted expert advice on how to feed your kids a vegan diet so that you can leave behind that little doubt in the back of your mind? Karla Moreno-Bryce, a vegan, Registered Dietitian, and mom to two girls, created the Vegan Kids Nutrition Podcast to give you tips and strategies on how to help you feel confident as a vegan parent. Each episode focuses on a specific topic that you may be struggling with, where Karla shares tips and strategies to help you feed your vegan kids with more confidence. You'll learn behind the scenes strategies of how Karla feeds her own daughters. This show is about sharing Karla's own philosophies, evidence-based nutrition information, and insights on raising kids on a vegan lifestyle to help you feel empowered of your choice and reassurance in meeting their nutritional requirements. No matter where in your vegan journey you may be, you'll discover strategies you can implement right away to feel supported so you can ultimately feel proud as a vegan parent and have peace of mind you're doing the right things.
Vegan Kids Nutrition
Ep. 19 The Problem with Plant-Based Products for Meeting Iodine Requirements
A recent study looked at iodine content of plant-based products in the Swiss market. On a broader scale, it gives us a perspective of how iodine content in plant-based foods impact overall nutrition for our vegan kids.
In today’s episode, we take a look at the iodine content in plant-based products in the Swiss market, why is iodine so important for growing vegan kids, and how our food system can make progress in the making of plant-based products.
Here’s what we cover:
>> Data of iodine content of Swiss market on plant-based milk, plant-based cheese, plant-based yogurt, and fish alternative
>> How iodine content lacks in plant-based products in other countries
>> What is iodine and why is it important for growing vegan kids
>> Are fruits and vegetables enough for meeting iodine needs?
>> A look of iodine content from a global perspective
>> My professional thoughts about iodine content in pre-packaged plant-based foods
>> How to meet iodine needs for a vegan baby, vegan toddler, and older vegan kids
Links mentioned in the episode
>> Supplement Guide for Vegan Kids
>> Swiss study on iodine content of plant-based foods
>> Iodine for vegan kids and teens: what every parent should know about meeting this essential nutrient
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