kids nutrition
With so many parents short on time, wouldn’t it be nice if we knew exactly which pre-packaged foods we could turn to in a pinch? Well, today’s your lucky day! I’ve hand-selected 19 pre-packaged food options perfect for school lunches or families on the go. Head over to SheKnows.com and see my … Read more
Peanut butter and other nut/seed butters are a great way to send your child off to school with a triple threat of fiber, protein, and fat- all things needed to keep them fuller throughout the day (see the Trifecta of Fullness). When selecting nut and seed butters, the largest differentiator is natural … Read more
When it comes to school lunches, you can probably guess what the most frequent complaint I hear is: “They won’t eat what I pack.” Today we’re going to change that! I’ve got OODLES of entree ideas that are tasty AND satisfying (did I mention easy to prepare?). You might just end up … Read more
In my last post, I touched on the debate surrounding juicing vs. smoothies (which basically goes something like this- Juice 0, Smoothies 1). And while I had discovered a juice/smoothie product that sort of appeases both camps, I know many of you are still more inclined to head to your local grocery … Read more
There’s a new health foods store in town and they are hosting some wonderful events to celebrate their opening! Natural Grocers is opening it’s first metro Phoenix location on Tuesday, August 1th and will be hosting events all month long to help you get the kiddos (or yourself!) back to school in … Read more
In today’s post I answer the question- “Is protein pasta a good choice?” When you look at grocery store shelves, protein is sort of the “it” nutrient among food producers right now. Protein powders. Protein bars. Protein breads. Protein Cheerios. And now protein pasta. Barilla Protein Plus Farfalle I’ve been asked a … Read more
In my work as a nutrition coach, I often come across kids who don’t like meat. If this is your kid, I can help! And even if they do, don’t stop here. I promise you’ll want to read on. There are lots of great, no-meat ways to get protein into kids. Whether … Read more
Whether your kids are out of school or merely counting down the days, summertime is upon us. Sure, NOW we’re excited about those homework free weeknights but by mid- July, the combination of long, lazy days and high fructose corn syrup laden treats are enough to drive you straight back into the … Read more
When it comes to packing lunch, think of sides as a way to get in a few extra servings of fruits, veggies, and/or whole grains. If you’ve put some effort into packing one of our suggested entrees and included one of our recommended snack options, you should have your protein and fat … Read more
My last post focused on lunch options for kids who get sick of sandwiches everyday. Today’s post is geared towards those of us who, like my daughter, could eat a sandwich day after day (after day after day…). If that’s you (or your kiddos) choosing the best bread is essential to getting … Read more