The importance of cooking with kids
A common concern I hear from parents is that their children don't like healthy food. The simple truth is that kids are more likely to eat [...]
Healthy snacks are cheaper than junk food!
I hear it all the time: It costs too much to eat healthy! People often ask me how I can afford to shop at a [...]
Fast foods can worsen asthma, hay fever and eczema
Vegetable and fruits are our true "fast foods." Man-made fast foods should be avoided like the plague! In fact, I do not even consider them "foods." Not only can [...]
Nutrition Therapy for ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder that causes symptoms such as inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Cases of childhood ADHD are increasing at [...]
Healthy green foods for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is a great excuse to add nutrient-dense leafy green vegetables to your family meals. Tell your children it's leprechaun food! Leafy green [...]
Healthy after-school snacks
My last article focused on health ideas for school snacks and lunches. But what to feed your children when the after school munchies hit? This [...]
Healthy back to school snack and lunch ideas
Every parent wants to feed their child the healthiest, most nutritious foods possible. Unfortunately, when it comes to packing school snacks and lunches unhealthy convenience [...]