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Back to School: Packing a Healthy Lunch
Packing a healthy lunch for your kids with the nutrients and energy they need to focus and do their best at school doesn’t have to
What’s All the Fuss About School Lunch?
Most kids who eat lunch at school participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). According to recently released statistics, the NSLP served over 31 million
Food Safety 101: Keeping Bagged Lunches Safe
When packing lunch for school, it’s important to keep food safety in mind! Finding healthy and creative lunch ideas is a challenge in itself, but don’t
Top 5 Nutrition Tips To Practice What We Preach
Whether we like it or not, parents are role models for their children. Read on to see how you can have a positive impact on
PARENTING the Super Kid at Meal Times!
Here are a few tips on how to best utilize your parenting skills at meal times! Parent role modeling is key to creating healthy eating
Overcoming Media Influences To Promote Healthy Self Images
Parents can help kids understand harmful media messages by taking simple steps! Fostering Healthy Self-Image How can we foster a healthy self-image in our children?
How To Help Your Child Choose Foods Wisely
“By modeling healthy living for a youngster, adults not only improve their own personal wellness, but help set the stage for the whole family’s lifestyle
How Grocery Stores Speak to Our Children When We’re Not Listening
Each and every day children are bombarded with messages urging them to choose snack foods, sodas, and other processed sugary foods. Whether you are aware
Shop, Cook and Eat Together to Strengthen Your Family’s Healthy Habits
Including your children in the meal preparation process increases their interest and appetite for healthy eating. When parents convey interest and enthusiasm for cooking nutritious
