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Nutritious snacks are an essential component of a kid’s healthy diet. As children tend to be more active physically and mentally, they may not always consume enough foods at meals to support their needs. Appropriate snacking helps provide them vital nutrients missed during mealtime, curb their hunger, and keep them fueled throughout … Read more
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
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
Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits Pumpkin pie is a major offender when it comes to the Big 8 food allergens. Eggs and dairy in the filling, gluten and dairy in the crust- it’s an allergenic hot mess. This deconstructed version isn’t just allergy- friendly, it’s also lower in sugar, saturated fat, and calories (not … 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
If you are giving 100% juice to your little lovies, you won’t want to miss my post over at North Phoenix Moms Blog. Considering a juice cleanse? This is for you too! On a related note, there are some really wonderful contributors I’m blessed to write alongside over at North Phoenix Moms … 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
I love bananas. Not only do they come with a nifty carrying case, they are great for providing quick, lasting energy on-the-go. It’s the ultimate packaged food 😉 But the one complaint I hear from many clients on bananas is that they have trouble keeping them from going bad too quickly. Because … Read more
I was sure my son was going to starve to death. Just after my youngest turned 18 months old, I made the “radical” decision to ditch our family’s omni eating habits in favor of a mostly plant-based diet. My son’s health was…fine, I guess…but I was motivated to find dietary ways of … Read more