School Success is Linked to Nutrition Success Parents and kids are getting fired-up for a new school year. There is so much to learn for everyone and, for parents, how to pack up a tasty and kid-pleasing lunch is one top priority. Check out my earlier blog about school success and nutrition success going hand-in-hand. And, here are 5 tips to get parents going in the right direction from planning to grocery store to school cafeteria for your kids. Tip #1: Make a weekly plan - before Monday morning. Set aside time to plan what you'll need for 5 days of tasty, nutritious lunches for your … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Healthy Back-to-School Lunch!
Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What?
Does Nutrition Month Inspire You? Do you feel inspired by Nutrition Month, by planning a super healthy breakfast, packing yourself a super healthy lunch, or cooking a super healthy dinner? As a dietitian, I take it seriously. I do my best to wish all my clients and group audiences a Happy Nutrition Month during March. Why? Because inspiration leads to passion, passion leads to positive eating habits, and eating more nutritious food is the ticket to a healthier and happier future. Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What? Re-visit your personal health goals & commit to … [Read more...] about Nutrition Month is Ending So Now What?
Healthy Heart Tips!
Pick out the Healthy Heart Tips that Work for You! Keeping your heart muscle in good shape is so smart. Here are 10 tips to move you in the direction of feeling well and thriving each and every day: Make your breakfast oatmeal with apple cider instead of water & top it with walnuts. When you eat out, go for menu buzzwords like steamed, garden fresh, grilled & poached. Keep laughing. It can actually decrease stress hormones & reduce artery inflammation. Use a lunch-size plate for dinner as a way to keep your portions in check. Try a large spinach salad for dinner … [Read more...] about Healthy Heart Tips!
Best Deals at the Grocery Store
Best Deals at the Grocery Store - A New Way of Thinking about It If it were up to me, I'd ditch the word 'deal' when talking about saving money at the grocery store. Why? Because your personal health is priceless, that's why. Getting top quality nutrition - within your budget - is the real deal, the best deal at the grocery store. For some handy background information, take a look at these 10 tips to guide your food choices to better physical and mental well being. Best Deals at the Grocery Store - Tips to Get You Organized Plan grocery shopping into your week Do your homework … [Read more...] about Best Deals at the Grocery Store
Nutrition Pros & Grocery Store Success – February 2016
It's Heart Month ~ Are You Marketing Your Grocery Store Services? Cindy's Note In late December 2015, I jumped on a great marketing opportunity by agreeing to do a recorded interview by Annette Hottenstein, MS, RD from The Food Sommelier. The title of the podcast was ‘What’s in Your Grocery Bag?’ After the fun interview, Annette sent me the electronic link to the edited podcast and I was able to post it to my website and social media. I’m now thinking of using this podcast to pitch myself to a local radio station or two. I’ll get back to you on that. My point is that marketing comes in … [Read more...] about Nutrition Pros & Grocery Store Success – February 2016
Nutrition Pros & Grocery Store Success – January 2016
It's a New Year! Will you Get Serious about Adding the Grocery Store to Your Services? Happy New Year! Cindy's Note Everyone’s talking about food – in the elementary school car pool line, in the gym, in the – GROCERY STORE! It would be a shame for you to miss out on the January opportunity to add grocery store education to your services. So, please take a look at my blog explaining how I can help you get the process started. Extras Grocery Store Tour Tidbits to Include on Your Tours during January: Citrus fruits are a ‘must-have’ so try … [Read more...] about Nutrition Pros & Grocery Store Success – January 2016