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1. Super Foods for Kids
[MOMS]
Super foods are those foods that provide your body with more than just calories, protein, carbohydrates and fat. They are classified as "real" foods (read: unprocessed) that supply your body with disease-fighting components and support health. For example, many fruits are considered super foods because they contain antioxidants which neutralize free radicals, on top of their low-fat and carbohydrate content. A free radical is an... Read More
Super foods are those foods that provide your body with more than just calories, protein, carbohydrates and fat. They are classified as "real" foods (read: unprocessed) that supply your body with disease-fighting components and support health. For example, many fruits are considered super foods because they contain antioxidants which neutralize free radicals, on top of their low-fat and carbohydrate content. A free radical is an... Read More
2. Apples: Know the Difference
[FOOD&RECIPES]
Apples are one of the most popular fruits in the world. They're usually the first fruit young children can identify, and the first fruit they taste. Countless folk stories and myths from around the globe feature apples, demonstrating the apple's far-reaching influence and likeability. One of the apple's main selling points is its versatility. Apples can be baked, mashed, dehydrated, made into juice or vinegar, and of course eaten in... Read More
Apples are one of the most popular fruits in the world. They're usually the first fruit young children can identify, and the first fruit they taste. Countless folk stories and myths from around the globe feature apples, demonstrating the apple's far-reaching influence and likeability. One of the apple's main selling points is its versatility. Apples can be baked, mashed, dehydrated, made into juice or vinegar, and of course eaten in... Read More
3. Perfect Protein Sources for Kids
[MOMS]
Protein is an important part of every child's diet; however, some parents believe that their children may not be receiving enough of it. Surprisingly, your child is probably getting more than enough. {relatedarticles} Why Is Protein Important for the Body? You may be wondering why protein is important. Protein does several important things for the body including: Builds, maintains, and... Read More
Protein is an important part of every child's diet; however, some parents believe that their children may not be receiving enough of it. Surprisingly, your child is probably getting more than enough. {relatedarticles} Why Is Protein Important for the Body? You may be wondering why protein is important. Protein does several important things for the body including: Builds, maintains, and... Read More
4. Healthy Kids Snacks That Aren't
[MOMS]
Most kids snack between 1 and 3 times daily. These mini-mealtimes can either be an opportunity to increase your child's intake of fruits and veggies or they could be an unfortunate foray into the world of high fat and sugar. Arming yourself with information on serving sizes, calories, fat, and ingredients, can help you steer their menus so that they avoid packing on the pounds. {relatedarticles} Barry Popkin, a nutrition professor at the... Read More
Most kids snack between 1 and 3 times daily. These mini-mealtimes can either be an opportunity to increase your child's intake of fruits and veggies or they could be an unfortunate foray into the world of high fat and sugar. Arming yourself with information on serving sizes, calories, fat, and ingredients, can help you steer their menus so that they avoid packing on the pounds. {relatedarticles} Barry Popkin, a nutrition professor at the... Read More
5. Getting Your Kids to Try New Things
[MOMS]
Power struggles with children can't always be avoided. When it comes to food, you may be wondering how you can get your kids to try new things without it becoming a battle. Remember that forcing a child to eat usually doesn't get you very far. In addition, you need to be aware of how some eating disorders are caused by an unhealthy focus on food. {relatedarticles} If you have a picky eater or one who is reluctant to... Read More
Power struggles with children can't always be avoided. When it comes to food, you may be wondering how you can get your kids to try new things without it becoming a battle. Remember that forcing a child to eat usually doesn't get you very far. In addition, you need to be aware of how some eating disorders are caused by an unhealthy focus on food. {relatedarticles} If you have a picky eater or one who is reluctant to... Read More
6. I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for These Frozen Treats
[MOMS]
Warm weather is upon us. You're finally exposed to temperatures that call for frozen relief this time a year. Indulge a little this summer and whip up some seriously yummy frozen delights for family and friends. Plus, you can work off any extra calories outside in the beautiful weather. {relatedarticles} Fro-Yo Pops (Adapted from Liz Applegate's article "Treat Yourself: Refuel and rehydrate... Read More
Warm weather is upon us. You're finally exposed to temperatures that call for frozen relief this time a year. Indulge a little this summer and whip up some seriously yummy frozen delights for family and friends. Plus, you can work off any extra calories outside in the beautiful weather. {relatedarticles} Fro-Yo Pops (Adapted from Liz Applegate's article "Treat Yourself: Refuel and rehydrate... Read More
7. How Much Water Should Kids Drink?
[MOMS]
Water is essential to life. In fact, water covers 80% of the surface of our planet and over 60% of the human body consists of water. Water is essential for children and adults alike to stay healthy and well. But how much water should kids drink? {relatedarticles} The Role of Water in the Human Body Perhaps the most commonly thought of part of the human body that involves... Read More
Water is essential to life. In fact, water covers 80% of the surface of our planet and over 60% of the human body consists of water. Water is essential for children and adults alike to stay healthy and well. But how much water should kids drink? {relatedarticles} The Role of Water in the Human Body Perhaps the most commonly thought of part of the human body that involves... Read More
8. Does Your Child Need a Multivitamin?
[MOMS]
Many parents think that because their children are picky eaters, they need to supply them with a multivitamin. The jury is still out on whether or not it is important to give children multivitamin supplements. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages and decide for yourself whether it is necessary in your child's diet. {relatedarticles} A growing child needs a variety of nutrients and minerals so that their body can continue to... Read More
Many parents think that because their children are picky eaters, they need to supply them with a multivitamin. The jury is still out on whether or not it is important to give children multivitamin supplements. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages and decide for yourself whether it is necessary in your child's diet. {relatedarticles} A growing child needs a variety of nutrients and minerals so that their body can continue to... Read More
9. Making Dining Out Affordable
[MOMS]
The average American eats out more than once per week. Give yourself a break from cooking but don't break the bank by using these money-saving strategies. Pre-plan and take advantage of these great deals for the family. You can make dining out affordable and fun with a little economic ingenuity. {relatedarticles} Arrive Early The early bird special isn't just for senior... Read More
The average American eats out more than once per week. Give yourself a break from cooking but don't break the bank by using these money-saving strategies. Pre-plan and take advantage of these great deals for the family. You can make dining out affordable and fun with a little economic ingenuity. {relatedarticles} Arrive Early The early bird special isn't just for senior... Read More
10. Overweight Children Need After School Activities
[MOMS]
Is your child overweight? What does your child do when they come home from school? Have a snack and watch TV or play video games? Research and studies sho w that our children are growing more obese by the day. Many families all over North America are struggling to keep the weight of their children within reasonable limits. As a parent, I know that it's nearly impossible for me to look into the tear-filled eyes of my son and refuse food.... Read More
Is your child overweight? What does your child do when they come home from school? Have a snack and watch TV or play video games? Research and studies sho w that our children are growing more obese by the day. Many families all over North America are struggling to keep the weight of their children within reasonable limits. As a parent, I know that it's nearly impossible for me to look into the tear-filled eyes of my son and refuse food.... Read More
