Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly occurring disorders affecting South African children and adolescents, and while it is treated with medication and other interventions, studies show that diet can also Read More
A key role for all parents and caregivers is ensuring children have a healthy, nutritious diet to grow and thrive both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, complicated and often misleading labels and marketing techniques make it Read More
While most parents and caregivers understand the importance of nutrient-enriched food for a growing child, many don’t realise that there are changing nutritional requirements at each age level. Mbali Mapholi, Laager Tea4Kidz partner dietitian, has Read More
Building healthy habits for children from a young age is important for their overall health, now and in future. In the spirit of ‘new beginnings’, parents and caregivers can start the New Year by fostering Read More
Getting children to eat healthy food can be a challenge, so parents and caregivers often resort to tried-and-tested easy meals. Unfortunately, many of these go-to meals are high in sugar, high in unhealthy fats and Read More
In light of upcoming World Obesity Day on 4 March, Laager Tea4Kidz partner dietician, Mbali Mapholi, weighs in on what is behind this global epidemic, and practical ways it can be addressed. Obesity is a Read More