By Ellen Marie Alonso Street, LMP Dietetic Intern

FPIES (Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome) is a rare food allergy that affects the GI (gastrointestinal) tract of young children and causes severe vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. Symptoms of the condition can present...

By Sarah Cullo, LMP Coordinator

As the weather gets colder we begin to cozy up indoors. Snow days and harsh winter weather can make it difficult to keep kids occupied during the day. Here are five ways you can keep your family busy and active during the winter...

By Maris Altieri RD, LMP Coordinator

Two months ago, a privately funded organization, known as NutriRECS, proposed revisions to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans concerning meat intake. Contrary to the World Cancer Research Fund’s recommendations of reducing...

By Ellen Marie Alonso Street, LMP Dietetic Intern

Special dietary needs are quickly becoming more widely recognized and accepted, reflected by increasingly accommodating menu options, entire aisles reserved for gluten-free goods, and school policies that create safe environments...

By Jayashree Iyengar, founder and owner of Popping Mustard Seeds

In this Let’s Move Pittsburgh spotlight, we are featuring this blog post written by a Phipps’ favorite, Jayashree Iyengar. As the first instructor of the Phipps' culinary arts classes, Jayashree continues to bring...

By Sarah Cullo, LMP Coordinator

Question: What if my kid doesn’t like team sports? What should I do to keep my child active? Thank you for your question! Team sports are a really great way to help keep your child active during the school year. However,...