Unlike your family’s Saturday, getting small smiles to swallow veggies is anything but your family’s weekly walk in the park. Fruit can be friendly (thanks, natural sugars), but broccoli and green beans tempt tantrums. But what if getting them to eat their greens came … [Read more...]
5 Traditions to Fall for this Autumn
Many would argue that everything is better in autumn. Football fans come out of hibernation, crunchy leaves excite the senses, and pumpkin lattes comfort the soul. Celebrate the season with these 5 spins on traditional fall favorites: 1. Bob for Apples Take a nosedive into a … [Read more...]
After-School Snacks for Every Schedule
Back-to-school season signals sports, schedules and one other important staple -- snacks. If you hear, “I’m hungry!” the second your child hops in the car, you’re in good company. It’s common for kids to have an appetite after school. School-aged children eat early in the day, … [Read more...]
I Scream, You Scream, Your Teeth Scream for Ice Cream!
Ice cream is the cherry on top of the dessert sundae. In fact, ice cream is the most popular dessert in America. What makes a scoop so sinfully sweet? Most commercial ice creams are high in fat and loaded with added sugar. Icy treats don’t have to be full of sugar and fat! … [Read more...]
Make Time for Break Time: Lunchbox Ideas for Work
Our brains need periodic breaks to refresh. Studies show taking breaks rather than “practice, practice, practice” can improve our performance. Make the most of your workdays by taking a lunch break away from your desk. Sounds like an easy to-do, right? Unfortunately, it may not … [Read more...]