Are You a Busy Mom?
I meet a lot of caring moms in my line of work. Some work outside the home and some work as stay home moms. Some have little kids and some have teens. Some are already making healthy food choices and some are just getting ready to start. But, all the moms I meet have one thing in common — they are extremely busy people! So, these easy, healthy ideas are for you!
Easy, Healthy Ideas for Busy Moms
1. Fresh fruit, like apples and bananas, are everyone’s favorites. Keep a bowl out on the kitchen counter and try your best to keep it full for healthy snacking or part of breakfast.
2. Fresh veggies, like baby carrots and cucumber slices, make excellent ‘dippers’. Keep them in plain view in the fridge along with hummus or vanilla yogurt to dip.
3. Crunchy snacks, like baked tortilla chips and pretzels, are perfect to dip into salsa or a semi-homemade dip made by mixing together plain Greek style yogurt with honey and cinnamon. One handful makes a perfect snack.
4. Drinks, like water and 1% milk, make everyone’s meal healthier. Offer just 2 choices.
5. Desserts, like a homemade fruit juice Popsicle or a yogurt/fruit/granola parfait are fun and delicious. For weekend options, try making tasty pumpkin muffins or a delicious blueberry crisp.
Busy Moms Put Good Nutrition into Motion
Get ready, get set, go! Good nutrition is in forward motion every time you fill your grocery cart with healthier options. Make a shopping list that includes the fruits, veggies, crunchy snacks, drinks and desserts in the tips above. Try one or more of these tips with your kids. Keep moving forward for a healthier kitchen and a healthier you!