Family Nutrition Blog
Our blog ‘Nourishing Thoughts’ keeps families informed on current nutrition news, fun kid-friendly nutrition tips to encourage healthy food, nutrition, and exercise choices, nutrition articles, and interactive tools for parents. Our healthy nutrition blog is for parents, teachers, and everyone who is interested in kids' health and nutrition.
Often, we will have weekly themes about healthy habits. The topic is discussed on Mondays, we follow up with a fun informative infographic that provides key facts about the topic, finishing up on Friday with some great materials and resources to use to bring that topic to home, school or wherever you are working with children to promote healthier habits! Enjoy.
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About Maggie
I am a nurse and a mother of two. I am also the founder of Nourish Interactive. I am very concerned about the health and well being of our children. I started the Nourishing Thoughts Blog so that I could help parents keep up on the latest trends in children’s nutrition and exercise.
I know that much like reading and writing is the foundation for learning, nutrition is the foundation for healthy children. But with so many new studies, products and trends constantly being reported it is hard to keep up. I just want to make it a little easier for parents by doing some of the legwork and providing you with up to date information.
As a part 2 to National Dairy Month and ensuring your child is getting enough calcium and vitamin D, here is a list of the top foods rich in these two nutrients:Vitamin DCod liver oil, 1 Tablespoon” amount=“1,360 IUSalmon, cooked, 3½ ounces” amount=“36...
June is National Dairy Month and a great reminder that we need to help kids develop strong bones and good eating habits to ensure their bones stay strong. Dairy is so important because it is the main source of vitamin D and calcium for most kids. Bon...
Seek the summer shadeHelp prevent skin cancer by staying out of the sun from 11–3, and by reaplying your sunscreen often. Don’t run out of sunscreen – Restock Monday.Mondays are a great day to renew Family Health vows. Every Monday, you will find some ...
Last Saturday was National Get Outdoors Day. This is a new remembrance day so many of us may have missed it. But not to worry because all these special health oriented holidays are here for one reason, and that is to serve as a prompt, a gentle reminde...
June 21 is National Summer Learning Day. There are events occurring all over the United States to raise awareness about the importance of continuing education during summertime.To find an event near you, go to the National Summer Learning Association,...
With Father's Day fast approaching you and the kids might be talking about "What to get Dad?" this year! Dad's are special and what a great way to show them how special with some nice gifts that promote healthy habits and are fun (of course).Show the ...
Show ‘em what you got!Become a role model for your children! Start the week by organizing an outdoor game like softball or volleyball that the whole family can enjoy.Mondays are a great day to renew Family Health vows. Every Monday, you will find some ...
It's Father's Day this weekend and we have some new and very cute free cards and "Best Father of the Year" certificates for kids. We managed to sneak in some healthy foods and messages in them.Holidays are a really wonderful opportunity because kids a...
Part 2: Anne Kolker RD, NourishInteractive.comDoes low fruit and vegetable intake really matter when children are young? Chronic illness such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer are usually concerns for adults. However, life-long positive eating habi...
Thank you Teachers for a wonderful year of learning. We want you to know that we appreciate the caring and supportive manner in which you teach our children every day. We applaud your dedication and part in raising a healthy child and incorporating ...
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