In Episode 44, Christine and Chanel sit down with Alex Caspero, RD of Plant-Based Juniors — one of the most trusted, evidence-based resources for parents who want to raise plant-forward kids without shame, rigidity, or overwhelm.

Alex brings a deeply practical, accessible, non-dogmatic approach to feeding kids more plants — and this conversation is packed with tools for calm mealtimes, picky eating, body neutrality, and supporting kids in eating disorder recovery.

We explore:

✨ What "predominantly plant-based" really means (hint: it doesn't mean vegan or restrictive)
✨ How to create calm, positive mealtime environments — even with anxious or selective eaters
✨ Why language like "clean," "bad," or "toxic" undermines kids' long-term relationship with food
✨ The PB3 Plate framework and how families can use it daily
✨ Simple, realistic ways to add more plants without pressure or perfectionism
✨ Budget-friendly plant-rich options for busy parents
✨ Biggest myths about raising plant-forward kids (protein, iron, and whether they'll "get enough")
✨ Navigating family dynamics, cultural foods, and siblings with different preferences
✨ How to build confidence as a parent in a world full of food fear and conflicting advice

This episode is full of reassurance, nuance, and real-world strategies to help families move toward plant-rich eating in a joyful, flexible, and developmentally safe way.

Website: https://plantbasedjuniors.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedjuniors
Books & Guides: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/books
PB3 Plate Framework: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/pb3
Courses & Resources for Parents: https://plantbasedjuniors.com/resources

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