If you have young kiddos at home, you are probably familiar with what I refer to as the afternoon “witching hour.” You know that time of day when the kids are stir crazy and you just might be pulling your hair out trying to entertain and get dinner on the table!? Sound familiar? I am constantly trying to figure out creative things for my kids to do at this time of day to try and save everyone’s sanity.
Nuts are one of the Foods of the Month (FoM) for April. To eat more nuts, sprinkle crushed walnuts or almonds on top of a salad instead of croutons for a healthy boost! Or serve cut up apples with all natural peanut butter for a quick and filling afterschool treat. Curious about the health benefits of nuts? Continue reading our list below:
Starting a community garden might sound a bit intimidating at first, but the name alone should offer some relief. Think of it as a fun way for you and your friends and neighbors (those you know and those you don’t) to work together towards a common goal. Not only will you reap the benefits of a bountiful and healthy harvest, but you can have fun in the process! While you may know nothing about gardening, it is likely that there will be some in the community who do have a green thumb; so through collaboration you can figure out what needs to be done in order to get it started. In fact, keep reading for 5 reasons to help you consider joining forces to create a community garden. (more…)
The best way to fight against childhood obesity is to get the entire community involved. Whether you’re a mom teaching your kids healthy habits, a concerned little league coach, or a nutrition educator, you know that your efforts alone won’t turn the tide. Since this week is National Public Health Week, we thought we would share with you some ways to get your local grocery stores involved in the cause! Here is how they could help:
Mark your calendars for April 1-7th because it’s National Public Health Week (NPHW)! We have been so fortunate to work with public health professionals over the years to make a difference in children’s lives. (more…)
