Whole grains are thought of as more healthy than refined grains. Not only does whole grains provide fiber but other nutrients and antioxidants as well. Make sure the ingredient list says 100% whole grains. Grains to try: Amaranth: Gluten-free amaranth is considered a complete protein because it contains all of the essential amino acids. Additionally,... Continue Reading →
Gut Bugs May Affect Body Fat and’Good’ Cholesterol Levels
Gut Bugs May Affect Body Fat, 'Good' Cholesterol Levels http://ow.ly/SCR3K
Caffeine in your diet
Caffeine is the only drug that is present naturally or added to widely consumed foods. Heavy daily caffeine use (more than 500 mg/day) may cause side effects such as insomnia, irritability, restlessness, stomach upset, and/or muscle tremors. Check out this link for for a list of the caffeine content of beverages and foods and see... Continue Reading →
Junk Food at Checkout Aisles Promotes Overeating, Says CSPI Report
CSPI Calls on Non-Food Stores Like Bed Bath & Beyond to Drop Food at Checkout Entirely August 3, 2015 SHARETHIS The presence of junk food at checkout aisles, in both supermarkets and non-food stores, induces unplanned purchases and excess calorie consumption that undermine consumers’ health, according to a new report by the Center for Science... Continue Reading →
Healthy Eating Plate goes around the world
Healthy Eating Plate goes around the world. http://ow.ly/S3aXb
What Motivates Kids? So there’s a lot t
What Motivates Kids? So there's a lot to gain from regular physical activity, but how do you encourage kids to do it? The three keys are: 1.Choosing the right activities for a child's age: If you don't, the child may be bored or frustrated. 2.Giving kids plenty of opportunity to be active: Kids need parents... Continue Reading →
Keeping Kids Active
Keeping Kids Active As they get older, it can be a challenge for kids to get enough daily activity. Reasons include increasing demands of school, a feeling among some kids that they aren't good at sports, a lack of active role models, and busy working families. And even if kids have the time and the... Continue Reading →
Get to know what your child is eating in
Get to know what your child is eating in school. http://ow.ly/S3awH
Substitute Vegetables for Meat! http://o
Substitute Vegetables for Meat! http://ow.ly/PKeH9 http://ow.ly/i/bSk2d
Mediterranean Zucchini http://ow.ly/QkMA
Mediterranean Zucchini http://ow.ly/QkMA9
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