Looking for a sweet treat without loads of added sugar? Try out this tasty cinnamon apple crisp! Makes 6 servings | Serving size: 1/2 cup Ingredients for Filling 4 cups peeled, thinly sliced apples (3-4 medium) 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Non-stick cooking … Read More
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Reading Nutrition Facts Labels
Nutrition Facts labels can help us choose healthier foods, but only if we know what to look for! Here are a few tips to keep in mind when checking nutrition labels. First, look at the serving size. All the other information on the nutrition label applies to the serving size, but your portion size (the … Read More
National Nutrition Month
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? Yes, it sure is! I’ve got the info to get you eating healthy for the month and easily continue through the year. I know you thought 31 days would be a breeze, but 365 days of nutritional intake can take your health to a new level. … Read More
Tamale Pie Recipe
Makes 8 servings Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef, completely browned, crumbled and drained (Can substitute ground turkey or chicken) 1 cup low-sodium whole kernel corn, drained 1 can low-sodium black beans, drained 1 medium green pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon chili pepper 1 cup salsa ½ cup low-fat cheddar cheese, grated 1 … Read More
Mindful Eating and Portion Control
Do you remember what you ate for breakfast? How about last night’s dinner? Eating is becoming a subconscious act, similar to breathing, we do it every day but our focus is often on other things. We chew and swallow without really tasting our food or we focus on the next bite before enjoying the current … Read More
August is National Breastfeeding Month
Breastmilk provides your baby with the best source of nutrition they can get. However, breastfeeding may not come easily for mom and baby–it takes practice! The key is to do the best you can and get the support you need from healthcare providers trained in breastfeeding support and friends and family. To recognize National Breastfeeding … Read More
July is National Culinary Arts Month
We’re celebrating National Culinary Arts Month with some tips to make you more confident cooking nutritious meals on a budget for your family! Cooking can be a bit scary if you haven’t had much practice. Hopefully, these ideas will inspire you to give it a try and get creative in your kitchen! Think of your … Read More
Every Kid Healthy Week
Did you know that one in three children in the U.S. are overweight or obese? Every Kid Healthy Week celebrates schools’ efforts to promote health and wellness. This year, Every Kid Healthy Week is April 23-27. This is a great opportunity for you to encourage your children to Move More! Here are some ways you … Read More
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. While some weight gain as children get older is natural and expected as they grow, gaining too much weight can cause problems. Overweight and obese children are at greater risk for health problems as they grow older. Many factors can contribute to a child’s risk of becoming obese, … Read More
Build an Easy Breakfast
Mornings can be a hectic time to get everyone fed and off to the places we have to be often early in the morning. Breakfast may not always be a top priority. However, breakfast is a very important part of the day for you and everyone in your family. For some ideas, Super Healthy Kids … Read More