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Posted in All about Fun, Joys of Parenting, Nutrition on Mar 6th, 2012
I wrote this post as a participant in the Eat Better, Eat Together Balancing Act blog carnival hosted by MealsMatter and Dairy Council of California to share ways families everywhere can make time for family meals that include foods from all the food groups. A list of other registered dietitians and moms who are participating [...]
Making smoothies with your kids is a great way to have a little fun together and get some fantastic fruits and veggies into their diet! You can change it up by combining different fruits and veggies and using various liquids as a base. We generally use a one cup rule … one cup of everything!!!
Kale is one of those veggies that are SO good for you … but for people like me who are really sensitive to bitter flavors … kale can be quite a challenge to eat! At least they used to be a challenge … that was until I discovered making kale chips! They end up being [...]
Posted in Handy Tips, Nutrition on Aug 1st, 2011
It’s pretty easy! Do you have a picky eater? Are you a picky eater? As I’ve said before I am still clawing my way out of picky eater-dome … I’m pretty sure that isn’t a word but let’s just go with it. Here is the best thing I’ve done to “get over” my pickiness. It [...]
Posted in Fun Foods, Green Living, Nutrition on Jun 5th, 2011
It’s summer time … the best season to get your kids to enjoy fresh fruits and veggies. Here are 10 sure fire ways to get more of these into your kids! 1. Take your kids to the Market. Show them all the colourful fruits and veggies. Name them. Allow them to pick a few. Some [...]
Rainbow Fruit Sticks! Need a colourful, tasty, healthy item to bring to your next potluck or school event? Try these easy to make Rainbow Fruit Sticks! They are a huge hit at any event with kids of all ages.
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