The Nourished Child
Jill Castle, MS, RDN — Pediatric Dietitian & Childhood Nutrition Expert
Raising a healthy eater shouldn't feel confusing or overwhelming. The Nourished Child is your trusted guide for child nutrition, feeding kids with confidence, and navigating real-life parenting challenges — from picky eating and food-focused kids to teen appetites, nutrient needs, young athletes, and raising children in all body sizes.
Hosted by Jill Castle — pediatric dietitian, author, and mom of four — this podcast blends practical feeding strategies with body-positive parenting, holistic child wellness, and the latest research on children's physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each episode helps you build healthy habits, support your child's relationship with food, protect their self-esteem, and create a family culture where children thrive at every size.
Whether you're dealing with an overweight child, a selective eater, a child who's always hungry, or you simply want to nurture healthy habits and positive body image, The Nourished Child offers the compassionate, evidence-informed guidance you need to raise a well-nourished, confident, resilient child — inside and out.
Hosted by Jill Castle — pediatric dietitian, author, and mom of four — this podcast blends practical feeding strategies with body-positive parenting, holistic child wellness, and the latest research on children's physical health and emotional wellbeing. Each episode helps you build healthy habits, support your child's relationship with food, protect their self-esteem, and create a family culture where children thrive at every size.
Whether you're dealing with an overweight child, a selective eater, a child who's always hungry, or you simply want to nurture healthy habits and positive body image, The Nourished Child offers the compassionate, evidence-informed guidance you need to raise a well-nourished, confident, resilient child — inside and out.
Episodes
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Dec 7, 2023 • 15min
Eating in secret: Why do kids sneak food?
Jill reviews why kids sneak food and what parents can do about it. If your child is eating in secret, this is a must-listen! Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Nov 23, 2023 • 14min
Stereotyping Children About Their Size, Eating, and Activity Levels
Jill reviews three labels adults place on kids about their eating, size, and activity levels, and the impact these have on children's well-being. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Nov 9, 2023 • 50min
How to Arm Your Child Against Dysfunctional Eating with Jessica Setnick
Jessica Setnick shares her insights on dysfunctional eating in children and what parents can do right now to protect them. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Oct 26, 2023 • 20min
Is it okay for a child to be a pescatarian?
Is it safe for children to be pescatarian? Understand the benefits, watch-outs, and potential mistakes when raising a pescatarian child. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Oct 12, 2023 • 41min
The State of the Teen Plate with Ty Beal
Ty Beal shares his research and insights on adolescent nutrition in the U.S. and globally. Sponsored by National Cattlemen's Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Sep 28, 2023 • 32min
Can Your Diet Be Healthy if You Eat Ultra-Processed Foods? with Julie Hess
Julie Hess shares how she planned a healthy diet pattern that meets the Dietary Guidelines for Americans using ultra-processed foods. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Sep 14, 2023 • 19min
The Inlaws: Eating, Feeding, Food and Kids' Bodies
Jill answers a listener's question about inlaws who constantly talk about nutrition, weight, and health when her toddler is around. Get full information on the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Aug 31, 2023 • 42min
Making Fruits and Vegetables Fun with Lori Taylor
Lori Taylor of The Produce Moms talks about making fruits and vegetables fun for kids. Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Aug 17, 2023 • 20min
A Meal and Snack Schedule Works for Kids...Period
One of the easiest things you can do to help your child be a better eater (and all the reasons why)! Get full information in the blog: https://thenourishedchild.com/blog/
Aug 3, 2023 • 16min
Raw Milk vs. Pasteurized Milk
In the quest for sustainable, unprocessed food, the consumption of raw milk is increasing. But is it a good idea for kids? Get full information in the blog.
