Did you know August is Family Meals Month? Family mealtime is a time when all members of the family can sit down together and enjoy each other’s company over a delicious meal. With our busy schedules, it might not always be possible to sit down for a longer meal each night of the week. Some … Read More about Eat together, eat healthier
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Cool, delicious watermelon recipes
Watermelon Kebabs An easy, fast, no-mess meal! Ingredients 18 1 inch cubes of seedless watermelon 6 cubes of smoked turkey breast 6 cubes of cheddar cheese 6 coffee stirrers or beverage straws Instructions Cut watermelon, turkey and cheese in cubes and skewer on stirrers or straws. Servings: Serves 6. Watermelon Banana Split A healthy twist … Read More about Cool, delicious watermelon recipes
Add a healthier crust to your pizza
Most of us already know what toppings to add to a pizza to make it healthier, but have you ever thought about the crust. To make healthier pizza crusts, try: Whole-wheat flour. Forgo the traditional white-flour crust and make your whole wheat flour for some extra protein and a yummy, nutty flavor. Thin sandwich bread. Take your favorite deli … Read More about Add a healthier crust to your pizza
Grandparents as role models for physical activity
I am having to face facts, whether I like it or not, I am getting older and I need to add a fresh dimension to my exercise routine. I know you don’t have to join a gym, train for a 5K, or buy expensive gear, but I have found a great way to motivate yourself is … Read More about Grandparents as role models for physical activity
Come join me and move more!
Being physically active has long-term results. What you do right now does have an effect on your future. Including time in your life for physical activity is not just something to do when you want to lose weight. There are so many other wonderful benefits. I found that when I started making time for some … Read More about Come join me and move more!
Adding Dairy to Our Diet
Click the link to view a short video on dairy foods and National Dairy Month! http://youtu.be/KNa3w6KtdHs … Read More about Adding Dairy to Our Diet
Enjoy the weather and play outside with your children
When I was a child, we played outside all the time. We just knew we had to be home by the time the streetlamps came on or we were in big trouble! We rode our bikes all over the neighborhood, playing cops and robbers, watching the train flatten our pennies on the railroad tracks and … Read More about Enjoy the weather and play outside with your children
Enjoy strawberries this season!
In need of a healthy spring and summer snack idea? Try strawberries! http://youtu.be/OgFfQh44hn4 … Read More about Enjoy strawberries this season!
Oven-Dried Strawberries
Strawberry time is here! They’re on sale everywhere and ready to be picked in the fields in many areas. If you buy too many strawberries to eat before they go bad, try drying them out in the oven. They smell delicious and taste even better. Strawberries are super easy to oven dry as long as … Read More about Oven-Dried Strawberries
Picnic Food Safety Tips
As the weather gets warmer, you may start thinking of planning a picnic. Here are a few simple rules to assure that your food remains safe to eat: Take only the amount of food to be eaten to avoid having leftovers. Pack the perishable foods in a cooler with ice and freezer packs and keep … Read More about Picnic Food Safety Tips