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Vegan Kids NutritionEp. 22 Plant-based Meals in Schools with Jodi GruhnSend Karla a messageHave you ever wished your child's school offered more plant-based meal options? You're not alone! Many vegan and plant-based families struggle with the lack of meal choices that fit our dietary needs in schools. In this episode, Karla sits down with Jodi Gruhn to discuss the growing interest of plant-based meals in schools. Jodi shares her insights, her work through Wholesome Minnesota, and tips on how parents can advocate for healthier meal options in educational settings.Here's what we covered:Jodi's journey to transitioning to a p...2024-10-1535 min
The Allsorts PodcastNutrition for Vegan Kids with Karla Moreno-Bryce RDIf you’re thinking about going vegan as a family, or you’re already vegan and expecting a wee one and wanting to raise them vegan, this is the episode for you!
As a plant-based dietitian and mom of 2, this is an episode I’ve been meaning to do for a while!
There is a lot of misinformation about feeding kids a vegan diet…and a weird amount of negative headlines that have been attributed to vegan eating that were really parents not feeding their kids properly.
So I’m super excited to be chattin...2024-10-1548 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 21 - Top Tips from 22 Years Raising a Vegan Family with Mistye MomonSend Karla a messageEver wondered how other vegan parents navigate certain social situations, like birthday parties or school events? I sure have. Navigating a vegan feeding journey can sometimes feel lonely and knowing what others do or how others handle certain challenges helps us not feel so isolated. In Episode 21, I invite Mistye Momon from Buttafly Kisses Vegan Treats to share some of the challenges she experienced throughout her 22 years in raising a vegan family—with five kids. Here’s what we cover: >> How baking for her chil...2024-07-1126 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 20 - 5 Calcium-rich Foods for Vegan KidsSend Karla a messageCalcium is a nutrient many parents and caregivers feel worried they’re not meeting in their child’s meals. It’s common to feel that way as it’s a nutrient that helps build stronger bones and teeth—crucial for support a vegan child’s overall growth. In this episode of the Vegan Kids Nutrition Podcast, you’ll hear about a vegan parent’s concern in meeting their child’s calcium needs and what top plant foods you can incorporate at home to help meet calcium requirements. Here’s what we cover: 2024-06-1111 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 19 The Problem with Plant-Based Products for Meeting Iodine RequirementsSend Karla a messageA 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 iod...2024-05-1419 min
Clean Living Show with Cassandra McClure116. Vegan Women Summit May 9 & 10 in Hollywood California Chair: Maggie Baird, Support + FeedLearn about the Vegan Women Summit Event, taking place on May 9-10 in Hollywood, California and how you can get involved as an attendee or sponsor! Join us for an immersive experience celebrating the power and passion of women in the plant-based movement. Our event features a lineup of renowned speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on vegan living, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Get ready to connect with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and discover the latest trends in the world of plant-based living. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a transformative weekend dedicated to empowering women and...2024-02-2116 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 18 The Do’s and Don’ts of Hiding Foods + Chia Seeds as a Picky Eater’s Nutritional SuperheroSend Karla a messageSome of the most common challenges I continue to hear from vegan parents like yourself is how to feed, what to cook, and what foods to focus on for your vegan picky eater.In today’s episode, we discuss a common feeding practice to “get” picky eaters to eat a particular food they’re avoiding or refusing to eat—hiding foods in mixed or prepared dishes. I share my honest thoughts about this feeding practice and what you can do instead to help your picky eater broaden their food acceptance. I’ll also shar...2023-11-1413 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 17 Exploring Parental Feeding Styles and Their Impact on Children's Eating HabitsSend Karla a messageA child’s eating habits are developed early in childhood and as parents, how we approach feeding our vegan kids directly impacts their eating habits. In today’s episode, I am sharing my own eating and meal challenges I experienced with my oldest daughter during her time at a new pre-school. I share how her anxiety around food stemmed from the feeding environment she experienced at school and how that impacted her overall eating. You’ll walk away with knowing what to do at home to foster healthy eating habits l...2023-10-1028 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 16 Is raising children on a vegan diet cruel and dangerous? Here are 3 Facts and MythsSend Karla a messageWhether you choose to raise your kids on a vegan diet for ethical reasons or for health reasons or environmental reasons or all the above, you may know that feeding your kids a vegan diet can support their growth and development.However, many outside the vegan community continue to question whether a vegan diet is actually nutritionally adequate for a child. And even strongly oppose a vegan diet for children, saying a vegan diet is cruel or dangerous for a growing child. In today’s epi...2023-03-0814 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 15 How Much Protein Do Vegan Kids Actually Need?Send Karla a messageProtein is the primary food to focus our meals around…or is it? We often hear about the importance of protein and that without enough of it, our bodies can’t thrive—especially that of vegan kids. Many of us want to ensure that our vegan kids are meeting their protein needs but often feel worried they’re not getting enough from the amount they eat at meal times. In today’s podcast episode, I’m sharing the truth about how important protein is for vegan kids and how you can feel r...2023-02-0613 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 14 Revealed: 3 Reasons Why Your Vegan Baby Resists Their High ChairSend Karla a message“How do you respectfully put a baby in a high chair when they're fighting/kicking because they don't like to be strapped in?”Feeding our vegan kids is hard work and when you add other elements to this, like navigating how to sit your child on their high chair, this task only feels more overwhelming. In today’s episode, I’m revealing three common reasons why your vegan baby may be resisting sitting in their high chair. You’ll also hear a helpful tool that I use with my two girls t...2023-01-1113 min
Vegan Pregnancy PodcastStarting solids and vegan baby led weaningDo you want to feed your baby vegan but worry about meeting their nutrient needs? Are you curious about starting solids but not sure how to get started? In today's episode, Karla Moreno-Bryce, fellow dietitian and vegan mom of two, shares her story. You'll hear: Her journey into veganism What you want to know before starting solids How is she raising her two girls vegan Her tips for first-time vegan parents What to know about food allergies for vegan kids If you want to raise your children vegan but are concerned about nutrients...2022-11-1529 minVegan Kids NutritionEp. 13 Meeting Choline Needs for Vegan KidsSend Karla a message“Really struggling to see how we can get sufficient choline even with a good spread of plant-based sources”.This was a message from a vegan parent I received on social media. They have heard that choline is important for the growth of vegan kids but question how to actually meet their child’s needs. And many other vegan parents question too, especially when their vegan child is a picky eater or when they perceive their child isn’t eating enough. In today’s podcast, I am sharing two simple tips of how...2022-10-0517 min