The Love of Table Sugar! Do your kids love sugary foods and snacks? Do they go nuts for drinks that pack in the sugar? Do they expect a sweet cookie, cupcake or ice cream for dessert day-after-day? If you answered, yes, you are not alone. Sadly, sugar-rich treats are on the top of many kids' want-lists. But, table sugar isn’t what kids’ bodies need nor is it great for your dental bill. It's time to set kids up for a successful new school year, academically and nutritionally! Steering Away from Too Much Table Sugar! As a registered dietitian, I help caring parents steer their kids … [Read more...] about Back-To-School with Less Sugar and More Good Nutrition!
Time for School = Time for Smart Nutrition
Time for School = Time for Smart Nutrition If you’re like most parents or grandparents of school age kids, you have butterflies in your stomach right about now. Fortunately, butterflies go away after the first week of school, but other challenges take their place. Nutritious foods and beverages are a great solution to quiet kids’ growling stomachs and to set them up for a fun and successful year of learning. Back-to-school or not, kids’ bodies are very special machines - so feed them well. Breakfast is a must for fueling kids' high-energy, productive day. For time’s sake, keep the … [Read more...] about Time for School = Time for Smart Nutrition
Back to School Nutrition Tips for Everyone!
Good Nutrition Essentials for Back-to-School Kids' bodies run best on nutritious foods - as do adult's. Kids feel better when they are pleasantly full - as do adults. Kids like to eat with family and friends - as do adults. Get the point? We all thrive on good nutrition in moderate portions eaten with those we care about. 3 Essentials for Families 1. Plan ahead - Make a smooth transition with well-planned meals, grocery list and recipes. Use a pencil and paper, laptop or smart phone to get organized for a cheaper food bill and less stress. 2. Get the family together for meals at … [Read more...] about Back to School Nutrition Tips for Everyone!