As adults, food shopping can be a minefield. But when it comes to feeding your kids, the stakes are even higher. Our food environment is rife with misinformation. Brightly coloured labels on packaged, often ultra-processed foods promise high protein, high fibre and low calories. The additives, emulsifiers and mountains of added sugar are hidden in the small print. So how can parents navigate this confusing landscape? Today, we hear from two of the UK’s most-trusted nutritionists (and both parents of small children) on how to keep your kids eating well. Rhiannon Lambert has authored four books, including recent Sunday Times bestseller The Science of Plant-Based Nutrition. Half a million people follow her for nutrition advice on Instagram. ZOE’s Head Nutritionist, Imperial College London lecturer and bestselling author of Every Body Should Know This, Dr. Federica Amati, joins Rhiannon for today’s conversation.

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Timecodes: 00:00 Food shopping is a struggle 01:53 Quickfire questions 04:10 What’s the problem with children’s food? 10:05 Why more kids are at the dentist than ever before 12:32 Can you trust food labels? 19:35 How to improve your child’s lunchbox 23:55 Stress-free ways to keep your kids healthy 25:48 Healthy kids food on a budget 29:05 Make your home a healthy food environment 36:23 Healthy breakfast ideas for kids 39:52 Should you give your kids cereal?

Rhiannon's latest books: The Science of Plant-based Nutrition The Science of Nutrition

Books from our ZOE Scientists: The Food For Life Cookbook Every Body Should Know This by Dr Federica Amati Food For Life by Prof. Tim Spector

Mentioned in today’s episode: Bite Back 2030 Report 'Are food giants rigging the system against child health?' ZOE’s famous pancake recipe Our episode on emulsifiers with Dr Federica Amati | Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

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