March is National Nutrition Month: Teach Kids Healthy Habits
March is National Nutrition Month. Having a whole month celebrating nutrition is a great way to start getting your kids on the right track. Teach them healthy habits this month by serving them up lessons on nutrition. While you’re at it, why not get a jump start on health habits by adding in some lessons … Continued
Alternatives and Healthier Options for Halloween and Trick or Treating
Halloween is around the corner and for parents who gag at the thought of their kids eating all that candy, I have some great ideas for keeping kids from gorging on sugar. While I let my daughter do the yearly gorging, I have many friends who do not and I have heard/seen some really creative … Continued
Delicious and Easy Lunchbox Ideas
The school year has already started and we need new lunchbox ideas! Every year I come up with a handful of easy lunchbox ideas. A healthy school lunch needs these ingredients: Protein fruit vegetable grain (whole grains are best) Sandwiches are great, but kids can get tired of the same old PB&J. Consider some other healthy … Continued
10 Simple Summer Snack Ideas
Summer is around the corner, which means fun in the sun is on its way! As a kid, you never wanted to cut short those endless hours playing outside for a silly thing like eating! But as a parent you know that kids need food to re-energize and stay hydrated. Here are 10 simple snack … Continued
Help Us End Obesity in Children by Encouraging More Outdoor Play
Over the past three decades, American indulgence has led to a rising rate of obese children. So many children don’t get enough exercise. Along with less exercise, another problem we face is the kind of food we have available. Good news is exercise can be fun. Especially when you have something as fun as a … Continued