Yogurt is a really great option for snacks. Its full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and (usually) probiotics. I’d like to share you with a guide to help you pick the best yogurt and also what to do with it! First, here are some nutrition specifics of yogurt. 100g of plain Read more…
As we’ve discussed in prior snack articles, snacking is A-OK. The goal with a snack is to think of it as a mini meal. Once you’re in that mini meal mindset you’ll feel comfortable serving your child (and yourself) similar foods like you would serve at a meal. This helps Read more…
Sending kids to school with a healthy lunch is important for their health, eating habits, brain function… You know why it’s important. Let’s discuss some ways to get kids not only eating their lunch, but also excited about their lunch. When kids are young, often they are happy with the Read more…
4th of July flag snack plate! We’ve got veggies, fruit, two kinds of easy yogurt dip (recipes below), and cheese. It’s really a perfect plate because it covers several food groups, flavors, and textures. Not to mention it’s beautiful and fun. Dip for the fruit:– Greek yogurt 1/2 cup– Cinnamon Read more…
If you’ve read my various snack idea articles (linked here, here, and here) and you’re thinking… “My kids won’t eat that”. Well, I’ve got you covered! You’re the parent! It’s your job to supply nutritious food. Your child’s job is to decide how much and if they will eat. Should Read more…
Dr. Wiki defines a snack as a small portion of food eaten between meals. As our culture diversified and food is now readily and cheaply available, people often associate the word ‘snack’ with being unhealthy. It’s a real shame, because healthy snacks help maintain a healthy weight by preventing overeating Read more…
The basic biological basis of eating is to gain energy in response to physiological, internal cues – your stomach rumbling. So why then, do so many of us (including myself) feel compelled to stuff our already stuffed stomachs? A snack is defined as food consumed between meals. An unhealthy snack Read more…