Rainbow Kabobs

Ingredients (Choose one item from each color category) Red 1 red bell pepper, washed, cored, and sliced 1 pint of strawberries, washed and sliced 1 small container of cherry tomatoes Orange 1 orange, washed, peeled, and sectioned 1 cantaloupe, washed and cut into square pieces Yellow 1 can pineapple chunks 1 banana, washed, peeled, and … Read More


Go Nuts!!

Nuts are my favorite snack to munch on in between meal times. They are bite-size nutritional powerhouses, packed with heart-healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals. When I choose this vitality-boosting snack, I stick to a handful mix of unsalted nuts to get the best valuable vitamins and minerals in my diet. All nuts have different … Read More


National Osteoporosis Month

May is National Osteoporosis month. Osteoporosis is a weakening of the bones. Risk factors include smoking, age, being a female, early menopause, and not getting enough calcium or Vitamin D. To make sure that you are getting enough of these nutrients, consume a well-balanced diet with whole grains, fruits and vegetables, protein and dairy products … Read More


Dunk 'em, Dip 'em, Enjoy those veggies

Did you know that eating vegetables with dip could help your kids eat more vegetables? A recent study from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found that kids ate 80% more broccoli when it was served with ranch dressing as a dip. Other healthy dips you can try with your child include salsa, yogurt, hummus or … Read More


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