Welcome to another episode of Raising Parents: The Parenting Science Insights Podcast, hosted by Dina Sargeant. This week, we dive into picky eating with our guest Marcia Herrin.

Dr Marcia Herrin is a distinguished dietitian with a doctorate in nutrition education and a master's in public health nutrition. Marcia founded Dartmouth College’s acclaimed eating disorder treatment program and serves as a Clinical Professor at Dartmouth’s Medical School. She is the author of "Nutrition Counseling in the Treatment of Eating Disorders" and "The Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders." With her extensive background and experience, Marcia brings a wealth of knowledge to help parents navigate the complexities of feeding picky eaters.

In this episode, Marcia Herrin delves into the psychology and biology behind why infants and toddlers develop picky eating habits. She offers practical advice to parents of picky eaters with specific dietary needs or restrictions.

Dr Marcia Herrin also discusses effective techniques for promoting mindful eating and instilling a positive attitude towards food, especially when dealing with picky snackers. Additionally, she emphasises the crucial role parents play in creating a supportive atmosphere that encourages a healthy and varied diet. Tune in to discover how to make mealtimes a joyful experience for your picky eater!

To see more of Dr Marcia Herrin’s work, have a look at here: https://marciaherrin.com/about/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcia-herrin-44b29859

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