Here’s a topic for the dinner table this evening. Ask this
question as you pass the pasta: “Has anyone noticed that their eyes are feeling
especially tired or irritated? It's summertime, and the summer of 2020 promises to be very
different. Kids have been home from school, not just since June, but in most
cases since late March, due to the pandemic. Many family members may be working
fro…
If you start your
kids out young enough, like I did with my daughter at 1 year old, kids won’t
balk at taking deliciously flavored fish or cod liver oil right off the
spoon. Since this may not be the case for many children, adding omega-3s to various
nutritious meals or snacks just may be the way to go! Fish oils, which contain omega-3 fatty acids, are great for the entire famil…
Imagine
a day where our goal is to maximize antioxidants and other super nutrients for
everyone in the family. Mom and Dad might begin the morning with a cup of green
tea, although coffee is one of the highest sources of antioxidants in the North
American diet. Kids usually love a delicious smoothie. For breakfast, we could
serve a dish of berries along with an omelet that features sautéed s…
Times are incredibly uncertain
right now. Parents aren’t sure whether school will open in the fall or
not. Some parents have chosen to home school their children. When schools do reopen,
what will that look like? And what challenges will parents who are still working remotely face? All of these changes affect many aspects of our life, including family meal
choices and preparation. Childre…
With the price of meat rising, many of us are looking for
alternative sources of protein for our families, especially growing children who
need protein. Let’s explore meat alternatives that are both kid and pocket
friendly. Lentils have 18 grams of protein per cup, and lentil bean
soup makes for a delicious and filling meal. You can buy lentil bean soup
canned or prepare it fresh. I like…
Allergies may be worse during this time of year because of the
hot, dry summer weather. Avoiding the outdoors is the best way to keep our
allergies at bay, but if we must be outside, here are some tips:
Keep doors and windows closed during allergy seasonUse an air condition and HEPA filter to regulate temperature
and clean the airCheck the pollen count before venturing outsideTry to do o…
