It’s that time of year again- back to school time! Sure, it may seem like having the kids in school all day will give you a bit for free time to devote to planning and preparing nutritious meals, but that isn’t always the case. Before I had my son, I had this idea in my…
April 17th marks the celebration of Healthy Kids Day, a day focused on improving the fitness and nutrient habits of our children. Proper nutrition throughout childhood and adolescence helps to promote optimal growth and development while fighting against future disease. A well balanced diet can do everything from boost your child’s energy level and mood…
A few weeks ago I was shopping at the grocery store with Joey in tow. He just loves grocery shopping, especially the produce section. He gets so excited when he sees a fruit or vegetable he loves that he typically starts cheering for them, which makes for quite a scene. But this day grocery shopping…
Happy Halloween! Wishing you and your family a happy & healthy Halloween! As you celebrate today, don’t forget to have fun with your food. It’s amazing how much nutrition you can pack into your family when their food becomes artwork. And don’t worry, I have very limited artistic abilities, so if I can pull this…
Many people work hard to keep their bodies swimsuit ready all year long. But it can be difficult to keep that slim body without getting into a routine of healthy eating during summer, especially with all of the vacations and parties that include high fat and high calorie foods. Here are three summer snack recipes…
Looking for a quick and easy breakfast that is high in protein as well as low in calories? Or are you looking for a way to sneak in vegetables to the diet of your picky eater? This recipe works for it all! It takes less than 5 minutes to prepare, 10 minutes to bake, and…
If you love grilled cheese, but are looking for a way to boost its health properties, this recipe is for you! I find it’s a very easy way to get Joey to eat his greens while enjoying one of his favorite foods. Ingredients: 2 slices 100% whole grain bread 1 Tbs olive oil based spread…
If you have a child with a peanut allergy (or one that goes to a nut-free daycare like mine), this is the perfect PB&J substitute! Ingredients: 2 slices 100% whole grain cinnamon raisin bread 1 1/2 Tbs sunflower seed butter 1 Tbs olive oil spread or butter Spread sunflower butter evenly over one side of…
French toast is an easy way to help boost your little one’s protein and whole grain intake. Instead of the traditional recipe, substitute white or French bread for 100% whole grain bread. You can also sprinkle fresh fruit such as sliced bananas or fresh berries on top for an added health boost. Ingredients: 2 slices…
