Pip nutrient guides

Understand what is on the plate.

Eight evidence-linked guides to why key nutrients matter, where food provides them, and the US daily references used for generally healthy children.

Pip reading a nutrition report
Food ideas · October 19, 2026

Vitamin D foods for kids

The short list of natural sources, fortified foods, and how to read a %DV label.

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Food planning · October 7, 2026

Vitamin B12 for vegetarian and vegan kids

Dependable food sources, fortified-food labels, and questions to take to a dietitian.

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Meal ideas · September 28, 2026

Calcium meal ideas for kids

Five familiar meals, sourced calcium amounts, and dairy-free options to check.

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Food ideas · September 23, 2026

Iron-rich foods for kids

Compare everyday foods, check the portions, and find familiar ways to serve them.

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Mineral

Iron

Oxygen transport, growth, and practical food sources.

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Mineral

Calcium

Growing bones, teeth, muscles, and nerves.

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Vitamin

Vitamin D

Calcium absorption, bones, and fortified foods.

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Vitamin

Vitamin A

Vision, growth, immunity, and colorful produce.

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Vitamin

Vitamin C

Collagen, antioxidants, and plant-iron absorption.

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Mineral

Zinc

Growth, repair, immune function, and regular sources.

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Vitamin B9

Folate

Cell division, DNA, and leafy-green food sources.

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Vitamin

Vitamin B12

Blood cells, nerve cells, and reliable fortified sources.

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