Category Archives: Nutrition

Shopping ListMonthly Menu Planning Keeps My Family And Finances Healthy

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Tiff

Monthly menu planning keeps me motivated in providing healthy meals for my family. Nothing is worse than getting ready to make dinner only to find that I do not have the ingredients. When I plan a monthly menu the ingredients … Continue reading →

Child Eating PeasFeeding my picky eating toddler

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Ann

There was a time when my son was eating peas and avocado and asked for more. That time has long gone. Somehow around 2 he turned against the color green and would not touch any vegetable…or meat, or eggs, or … Continue reading →

By Meral Akbulut @ Stock.Xchng 1121388Cholesterol Screening in Young Children

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Deanna

The next time you take your child in to the doctor’s for a physical, don’t be surprised if the doctor suggests your child have her cholesterol screened.  Recently, new guidelines created by the U.S. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute … Continue reading →

Make healthy choices during holiday meals.Simple Tips for Eating Healthy this Holiday Season

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Deanna

The holidays are filled with family gatherings and holiday parties that can lead to overeating foods packed with cholesterol, fat and sugar.  For people who are watching their cholesterol, blood sugar or weight, this can be a difficult time. The … Continue reading →