Nutrition 4 Kids Podcast

By Rebecca Baron

The Nutrition 4 Kids podcast uses a multidisciplinary and multicultural approach to promote food literacy amongst school-aged children with the incorporation of music, sound effects, and oral storytelling. This project targets ‘picky eaters’ who lack dietary variety and, consequently, face an increased risk of developing macronutrient and micronutrient deficiencies. The goal of this podcast is to engage children and parents in a conversation around malnutrition. As such, this project will increase public awareness around the complexity of this issue by empowering listeners to make informed eat

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Adding the Heat to Mexican Dishes

Nutrition 4 Kids PodcastApr 03, 2021

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Adding the Heat to Mexican Dishes

Welcome to the last episode of this mini three-part series! Today we will be exploring Mexican cuisine to learn more about traditional dishes eaten on Dia de Los Muertos.

If you are interested in making tamales de rajas at home, here is my favourite recipe: https://www.mexicoinmykitchen.com/tamales-de-rajas-con-queso/

I hope that this platform can provide a safe space for individuals to learn more about picky eating and move past that initial fear of trying new cuisines. Please note that these are fictional stories and that they are not meant to harm or offend any person or group of individuals.

Interested in learning more? Follow us on Instagram @nutrition4kidspodcast

#nutrition #nutrition4kids #explore #food #cuisine #deliciousrecipes

Apr 03, 202107:31

The Secrets of South Sudanese Food

Welcome to the second episode of this mini three-part series! Today we will be exploring South Sudanese cuisine to learn more about the nutritional components of ful medames. What exactly is in this dish? For all you curious listeners out there, fava beans are the main ingredient in this dish. They are an excellent source of vitamins and lean protein. They also have no saturated fat or cholesterol.

If you are interested in making ful medames at home, here is my favourite recipe: https://www.simplyleb.com/recipe/foul-ful/

I hope that this platform can provide a safe space for individuals to learn more about picky eating and move past that initial fear of trying new cuisines. In the next episode, we will be discovering Mexican cuisine. Please note that these are fictional stories and that they are not meant to harm or offend any person or group of individuals.

Interested in learning more? Follow us on Instagram @nutrition4kidspodcast

#nutrition #nutrition4kids #explore #food #cuisine #deliciousrecipes

Apr 02, 202108:20

The 3 F’s: Falafel, Fiber and Fun!

Welcome to the first episode of this mini three-part series! Today we will be exploring Jewish Canadian cuisine to learn more about the nutritional components of falafel. Did you know that falafel is relatively low in cholesterol, low on the glycemic index scale, and high in protein? Also, it's full of complex carbs and fibre, which are good for a healthy gut and regular bowel movements.

If you are interested in making falafel at home, here is my favourite recipe: https://www.themediterraneandish.com/how-to-make-falafel/

I hope that this platform can provide a safe space for individuals to learn more about picky eating and move past that initial fear of trying new cuisines. In the next few episodes, we will also be discovering Mexican and South Sudanese cuisine. Please note that these are fictional stories and that they are not meant to harm or offend any person or group of individuals.

Interested in learning more? Follow us on Instagram @nutrition4kidspodcast

#nutrition #nutrition4kids #explore #food #cuisine #deliciousrecipes

Apr 01, 202106:49