A Challenge... It is a challenge for most of us to choose nutritious foods day-after-day. Time gets in the way ~ planning, or lack of it, gets in the way ~ life gets in the way. A Goal... There are excellent reasons to make nutrition a top priority for you and your busy family. Good health depends on it ~ feeling great depends on it ~ enjoying life depends on it. A Call to Action... It's Nutrition Month and everyone can benefit from making healthy choices in the grocery store and on their meal plate. Make it a family project to write a menu plan, organize that shopping list, … [Read more...] about Eat Right ~ It’s Nutrition Month!
Confused about pantry staples? Start with these.
It's no secret that a well-stocked kitchen pantry makes simple and nutritious meal planning easier. The hard part, though, is figuring out what exactly to keep on hand for everyday needs. A Simple Pantry of Staples for Everyday, Nutritious Cooking Dry pantry: canned tomatoes, canned beans, pasta, high fiber cereal, brown rice, canned fruit (in juice), dried fruit, peanut (or soy nut) butter, olive oil, vinegar, canned tuna and/or salmon. Kitchen counter bowl: garlic, onion, tomato, lemon or lime, bananas, whole grain bread. Refrigerator: eggs, butter, lowfat 1% or nonfat (skim) … [Read more...] about Confused about pantry staples? Start with these.
Afraid to cook fish? Try it for a Healthy New Year!
New Year's Resolution Time There are New Year's resolutions swirling in most of our heads this week. A rigorous, daily exercise routine? An earlier bedtime? A healthier meal plan? What did you choose for 2011? All healthy lifestyle resolutions are great as long as you don't try to tackle too much. One (1) resolution, carefully selected and in line with your health goals, is plenty. Repeat, one(1) is the best starting point. If you choose a healthier meal plan to start the New Year, then my vote goes to adding fish to your family's table. If you're afraid to cook fish, then it's time … [Read more...] about Afraid to cook fish? Try it for a Healthy New Year!
Family Meals Together — Here’s how!
Eating Together as a Family It's time to get it together and eat meals with the family. Think of the fun...the homemade flavors...the time for relaxing. Not only that, but there is solid evidence that families who eat together are eating more nutritiously. And, kids in these families are learning all kinds of positive behaviors -- everything from getting better grades in school to respecting the cook and the Earth in their daily lives. Cookbooks Give You a Plan Don't be without a trusted cookbook when you are making your family dinner plan. Two favorite cookbooks of mine are written … [Read more...] about Family Meals Together — Here’s how!
Stuck in a Breakfast Rut? Try an egg!
Get a Grip on Breakfast There's no two ways about it -- breakfast is not to be missed. Read on for 3 simple solutions to your breakfast dilemma and a fun video. Why Eat Breakfast? Energy, clear thinking and healthier weight are 3 top reasons never to skip breakfast. Making careful, nutritious choices for the morning meal makes good sense, too. 3 Simple Choices for Breakfast Make it quick and simple, like this, or try a recipe with nutritious ingredients: 1. Hardboiled egg sandwich on whole wheat bread or toast + orange or pear + 1% milk 2. Oat cereal with raisins & … [Read more...] about Stuck in a Breakfast Rut? Try an egg!
Breakfast: Creative Flavors & Power Choices
Breakfast Stats Can you believe that 1/3 of all Americans skip breakfast? Are you one of them? Are your kids? If breakfast is a hard meal to 'muster' in your household then listen up for some nutritious and delicious options. Because...breakfast is a most important meal of the day! Breakfast Options Thinking out of the (cereal) box is a good starting point for breakfast. There are many, many options and no rules about what to put on your plate. Maybe traditional morning foods don't excite your taste buds and that's OK. Choose what's appealing with good nutrition to power … [Read more...] about Breakfast: Creative Flavors & Power Choices