Suggestions to combat the initiation of picky eating and other diet pitfalls. Preschool marks the start of a child’s independence. Toddlers become “big kids,” yearning to do things all by themselves. Preschool children constantly test the boundaries their parents provide, leaving mom or dad the opportunity to say “NO,” or let them get their way. […]
Sugar is a big topic of discussion lately. Recent investigations have linked sugar consumption to everything from childhood behavior to the possible reason behind obesity in both kids and adults. But how much is too much? And where do you look on a food label to find out this information. As you see on a […]
What does organic mean anyway? Under organic production guidelines, conventional non-synthetic pesticides, insecticides and herbicides are generally restricted. Antibiotics and hormones are prohibited from livestock consumption, and genetic modification or application of nanotechnology is generally excluded from organic food. Foods claiming to be organic must be free of artificial food additives, and fewer artificial methods, […]
Summertime is a great reminder of our body’s easiest way to get Vitamin D – through the sun! Before you go slathering on the sunscreen when you go outside, remember that it only takes about 15 minutes of sun exposure on your hands and face to absorb the sun’s natural rays and provide your body […]
Reading ingredient information is the key to understand what is in our food. It is important to understand the nutritional breakdown or the “Nutrition Facts,” but truly, the best way to know what we are putting in our bodies is to read the ingredients! At times, this may be challenging. It may seem as if […]
Keeping your kids entertained over summer break is a real challenge! Get them off the couch by proposing a picnic. Now, if you’re thinking hot dogs, potato salad, and fried chips, think again! You’ll be surprised how delicious and easy your lunch can be when you use these healthy tips from FEED to fill your […]
Grilling season is upon us! The weather is warm, families are enjoying the time outside, spring/summer produce is almost at is peak. With this, many take advantage of the season and turn to meal preparation outside. Though the grill can be a fantastic way to prepare foods, it also can be a trap for “un-heart […]
Just last summer, USDA launched MyPlate, a revamp of the old food guide pyramid which seemed to create consumer confusion. Rather than a pyramid, the “plate” depicts nutritional know-how in one image. At first sight, the plate shows the five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins, along with a glass of milk. However, if […]
March is National Nutrition Month! To celebrate, we will be posting some very fun and informative blogs throughout March. To kick it off, we are starting with one of the questions I get asked most, “How do I get my child to eat more vegetables?!?!” Many parents struggle with mealtimes. Not only to get their […]