Articles Written By: Ann Dunaway Teh

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Ann Dunaway Teh is a registered and licensed dietitian. She is the founder and president of Dunaway Dietetics Inc., a nutrition consulting business, and has more than 15 years of experience managing and consulting with school programs, athletes, individuals, restaurants and hospitals. Ann is the mother of two precocious children who keep her on her toes and inspire her to create kid-friendly recipes on My Menu Pal, a healthy meal planning resource designed to help families eat better together.

Healthy and Easy Recipes for the New Year

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on the past, look ahead to the coming year and think about what…

Snacktivity: Spooky Treats

Late October is a beloved time of year for many children. Who doesn’t love getting dressed up as their favorite character or superhero and then…

Building a Healthier Pizza

Sept. 5 is National Cheese Pizza Day. It’s a perfect time to take inspiration from our Balanced Menus, designed to introduce children to diverse foods…

6 Questions About Food Allergies, Answered by a Dietitian

From physical reactions to dietary management, the thought of food allergies can be frightening for parents of potentially affected children. There’s a great deal of…
Carrots for kids collage

Veggies for Kids: Carrot Recipes and Tips

Crunchy and naturally sweet, carrots are an easy and nutritious go-to veggie for kids! Here are some of the ways I like to prepare carrots for my family.
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8 Kid-Friendly Winter Recipes

Here are some of our favorite family-friendly winter recipes to warm our kitchens and our bellies.
Little baby girl eating vegetables and cauliflower off of plate

Veggies for Kids: Cauliflower Recipes and Tips

Cauliflower is low in calories, yet high in many nutrients and antioxidants. So why not jump on the bandwagon? Here are some fun ways to add cauliflower to your family’s diet.
toddler drinking a green smoothie

Veggies for Kids: Spinach Recipes and Tips

When I talk to parents, they often ask, “how do I get my children to eat vegetables?” This is why we are challenging families to…
Toddler eating broccoli

Veggies for Kids: Broccoli Recipes and Tips

Vegetables – the one food group that can cause more people to cringe than any other. But why? Is it the because they’re often expensive? Take too long to cook? Or people don’t know how to prepare them in a tasty manner?
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