Eating healthy isn’t always easy. However, when it comes to our children’s health and wellness, it’s essential. Even if we, as parents, are diligent with our children’s diets, outside factors will still influence their choices. The snacks offered at daycare, the cafeteria, friend’s houses, and with relatives, are often out of our control. Peer pressure…
Whether it’s a rainy day, or still too chilly to play outside, your kids need to burn off energy during the day. Instead of spending extra money on an indoor gym or activity, you can find some fun right in your own home! Here are a few fun ideas for keeping your little ones busy…
Concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries are typically caused by impact to the head, or by the severe, sudden shaking of the body. They are very common among child athletes and active children. Unfortunately, when concussions occur, they create biochemical processes in the brain tissue making the brain vulnerable to long-term injury, unless proper treatment…
When we think about sweet treats, we think of candy and chocolate. Many schools have taken strides to avoid candy, however, outside of school, the candy-free trend can continue! With the below recipes, show your kids how healthy snacks can still be sweet. Frozen Greek Yogurt Drops Sometimes something cold and sweet is necessary! Try…
One in every four deaths is a result of heart disease. That’s roughly 600,000 people each year. It is important to be more conscious about how everyday decisions affect your body’s life source. Spend some quality time with your family and try these heart-healthy activities. A gym date. Instead of a dinner date full of hidden…
The holiday season is full of cheer, and fun for all. However, this season also brings 10 days of school-free children looking for entertainment. Vacation can cause even the most capable of parents to wonder how they will survive. The easiest thing is to rely on TV, movies, and snacking on holiday leftovers. Unfortunately, these…
On Thanksgiving, a beautifully roasted turkey is the centerpiece of the meal. Turkey is Thanksgiving! However, the question remains: is turkey really healthier than beef? Unfortunately, the answer is not that simple. When cooked with its skin, the amount of saturated fat (bad fat) in poultry, is actually comparable to red meat. While removing the…
Halloween the holiday when fear is fun! But the scariest part of the holiday may be the volume of extra fat and sugar consumed by ourselves, and our children. Don’t get me wrong, having a treat on the holidays is great! After all, treats are what help make special occasions special. But moderation is key. The massive…
Schools can be a battleground for germs. Our curious children are constantly exploring lands unknown, and acquiring many germs along the way. Keeping our children clean, and feeding them the right things, can help increase their defense against illness. Below are our tips for keeping your children healthy during cold and flu season. Tips Good Child…
Making healthy dinners for the entire family is difficult. With all of our busy schedules, we need to maximize the time we have. Here are 5 useful kitchen gadgets to make healthy meals easier. 1) The Crock Pot: The best thing about the crock pot? It cuts out many of those time consuming recipe steps. Simply…