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3 Tips to Have a Healthier Halloween
HALLOWEEN…. this one night can easily set your family up for a week or two or three of sugar overload (plus all the artificial colors and flavors!) Here are my favorite 3 tricks for having a FUN Halloween without compromising your healthy living too much. 1. Have a healthy themed after school snack or dinner…
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Farm to Table: Knowing Where My Food Comes From
Thank you Perdue® for sponsoring this post. As a health and wellness professional, I care about the welfare of animals that supply food for myself and my family. Recently, I’ve taken more time to educate myself about these issues, and am passionate about giving you the information you need to make mindful choices when deciding…
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Brain Boosting Foods for Kids
Nutrition for your children has a direct effect on IQ, learning, concentration, sleep, and behavior. Just as athletes eat a diet to win, children can eat to learn. Foods that contain antioxidants, choline, omega-3 fatty acids, and complex carbohydrates are all particularly helpful in boosting brain power. Here are some of my food tips to…
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Easy Recipes for Kids: 6 Fall Favorites
The best thing about fall, besides all the changing leaves is FOOD! Here are 6 of my fav fall KidzShake recipes that will make your kids think you are the BEST MOM EVER Easy Recipes for Kids: Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal INGREDIENTS Serves 1-2 1/2 cup of rolled oats, gf if needed 1 cup of…
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Fruits and Veggies: Are Your Kids Getting Enough?
Fruit and vegetable consumption in the United States is dropping to surprisingly low percentages, with only 14% of Americans eating enough fruits and vegetables every day. Even lower than this, less than 10% of children are eating the fruits and vegetables they need to be healthy and strong. Instead of getting discouraged by these statistics,…