The CDC recommends parents take the following actions to help children keep or reach a healthy weight:
Promote healthy eating habits by providing plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole-grain products. Limit intake of sugar-sweetened beverages, such a...
A University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center study earlier this year showed that 30.6 million children consume school lunches, but only 6% of lunch programs meet nutrition requirements set by the School Meals Initiative for Healthy ChildrenSo chances...
It's Childhood Obesity Awareness Month and many states are having events to help create awareness to the community. this could pose a good opportunity to talk to your children about why it is important to maintain a healthy weight and also what is a h...
When reading food labels:Look for low levels of saturated fat, trans-fat, cholesterol and sodium (less than 5%) on nutrition labels. Make sure you and your family are getting enough dietary fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, potassium, and iron (20%...
Family night at Fresh Choice was a huge success. Kids really enjoyed learning about fresh fruits and vegetables while playing games. Parents watched their kids learn about healthy food choices and picked up some eating out tips.Fresh Choice wanted t...
I usually review books that focus on healthy eating for children but I just came across a special book that focuses on healthy foods for babies and toddlers.
The book is called "Organically Raised - Conscious Cooking for Babies and Toddlers" by...
Everyone is busy getting their kids back to school. What a perfect time to take a little break and bring the kids to a Family Night that will mix fruits and vegetables and lots of FUN. Nourish Interactive has been working with Fresh Choice to reac...
Prime time, not snack timeAvoid having the family munching in front of the television this week. It’s harder to keep track of how much you’re eating!Mondays are a great day to renew Family Health vows. Every Monday, you will find some healthy tip to he...
Gearing up for a healthy new school year! Some children have just started school and others will be going back to school very soon. The end of summer is a great time to start getting on track for the new routines. Our new article 3 Healthy Steps for Ba...
I get asked sometimes what to do for your children when everything you have tried has not worked. Your child will simply not eat any or very little fruits and vegetables. Kids can be very picky eaters and stubborn, too.I always recommend continued pat...
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