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Won’t break the bank?

My stomach turned just reading about it! And to think this is often the most popular item on children’s menus in restaurants.

When I talk to my families about nutrition, I actually talk about nuggets. I understand the advantage of ordering off the kids’ menu. The portion sizes are appropriate and the price is right.

I suggest that families ask the waiter for a similar sized portion of grilled chicken, and instead of fries, ask for the vegetable of the day. There is almost always a vegetable of the day or side of fruit available as an alternative.

The team from the University of Mississippi found that chicken nuggets are often “a chicken by-product high in calories, salt, sugar and fat.” This is a not a healthy choice. Unfortunately, these nuggets are tasty and they are marketed to children and families.

I talk about nutrition at every patient visit. I start these discussions when the baby is first born and I discuss the diet that mom will need for a healthy supply of breastmilk. I am always reminding families that we are what we eat.

During office visits, I have been known to share recipes, shopping tips, and “working mom” shortcuts. There are healthy options that are time savers and do not have to break the bank. Beans, meat, fish, whole grains, vegetables and fruits can provide the nutrients your children need to grow and thrive.