Good Nutrition. Do Your Kids Know What It Means? Did you know? Obesity has doubled in kids and tripled in adolescents! There are some things you can do: Lead By Example Focus On Colors Not Calories (Ask- How many colors did you eat today?) Make Cooking Fun More Good Nutrition Resources: Allowing Your Preschooler In…
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A Healthy Child Needs Breakfast
breakfast can be a daily struggle, getting your kids to actually eat a solid meal before leaving for school is a challenge for many parents. Mornings can be rushed, kids are tired and often they’re just not hungry yet. Poor breakfast habits are well known to create health problems, especially if it continues into adulthood….
Is the Dreaded ‘Sugar Rush’ an Old Wives’ Tale?
Old wives tales drive me crazy, especially those associated with kids. No, my child will not get sick from being out in the cold — even with wet hair — her eyes will not stay crossed, and he doesn’t have to wait an hour after eating to go swimming. Another common misconception is that consuming…
Nutrition Games And Activities For Education And Family Fun
A child educated only at school is an uneducated child. ~George Santayana George makes a point! If we truly want our children to understand nutrition, it’s important to make sure we are talking about it home. It just so happens that games are a great way to teach your kids about better nutrition. You can…
Do You Know How To Spot Nutritional Deficiencies In Your Child?
As children grow and develop, nutrition plays a big role. Vitamins, Minerals, Macronutrients, Micronutrients…How do you know they are getting what they need? Regular check-ups help and it is always a good idea to seek professional advice if you suspect deficiencies. But, here are some signs to be aware of that could indicate nutritional deficiencies……
Eye Opener: The ‘Where Does Your Child’s Food Come From’ Infographic
We love a good infographic, but few more important than one which can visually illustrate where exactly the majority of the food you feed your children is coming from. We all know the dangers and increasing use of chemicals in foods, and the blurring line between farm fresh food and production line foods. Hopefully with…
Food Pyramid for Kids: Educational Videos You Can Watch Together
Have you been searching for a way to explain the importance of healthy food to your little one? YouTube to the rescue! We have gathered some videos for you to help you start that “healthy nutrition” conversation. Choose the video with the nutrition information that you must agree with and share… For your preschoolers… Learn…