Kristen Fustos MS, RDN, CSP, LD, CLC

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From Severe Reflux to Thriving: A Baby’s Journey to Gut Health

Is Your Baby’s Reflux More Than Just Spit-Up? Does your baby struggle with constant reflux, vomiting, feeding difficulties, or slow weight gain? Many parents are told their baby will “grow out of it,” but when reflux is severe, persistent, and accompanied by other symptoms like food sensitivities, eczema, or digestive discomfort, there is usually an […]

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Gut Health For Kids: Grocery Shopping Tips

As a pediatric registered dietitian focusing on gut health, I’m excited to share some valuable tips for nurturing your little one’s gut through mindful grocery shopping. With gut health being a hot topic, it’s essential to understand how the foods we buy can support our growing child’s digestive system. In this post, we’ll discuss gut-friendly

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Nourishing Your Child with FPIES: A Parent’s Guide to Nutrition Management

What is FPIES? Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) is a non-IgE mediated food allergy that primarily affects infants and young children. Unlike typical food allergies that result in immediate allergic reactions, FPIES is characterized by delayed gastrointestinal symptoms, typically 1-4 hours after ingesting the trigger food. The most common presenting symptom is vomiting. FPIES is

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Gut Friendly Lunch Prep – 5 Strategies With Easy Recipes

As the back to school season quickly approaches, as a parent you may be feeling overwhelmed by the preparations that need to take place. One think I’m really looking forward to is prepping easy lunchbox meals that are not only delicious but are easy on the digestion! No one wants to experience that after lunch

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