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This Earth Day, think about making more earth-friendly food choices that will help promote the health of both your family and the planet. The food that we eat has a tremendous impact on our health. By helping your children eat cancer-fighting foods now, you can help reduce their risk of acquiring preventable cancers later. Because the formation of healthy bodies and healthy habits begins when we’re young, it’s never too early to help your ch...

There’s nothing better than warm baked goods right from the oven. It feels like home and family. One of my favorite things to bake is bran muffins. Not only are they comforting and steaming from the oven, but this version is wholesome and filling for a quick breakfast- just add some fresh fruit. These get-em-while-they’re-hot babies are moist and healthy- you’ll never miss the swapped-out fats! Don't forget to get your little chefs in the k...

There is a jewel-like black beans shine in this crunchy, zesty salad. Serve it with corn tortillas and vegetable soup for an easy, refreshing meal. Ingredients: 1 – 15 oz can black beans, no salt added, rinsed, drained 1 cup cooked quinoa (according to package directions) 1 cup frozen corn 1 small red bell pepper, chopped 1 cup chopped fresh mango ¼ cup chopped red onion ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or 2 tsp dried if not ...

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to kick start your goals for getting fit, feeling great, and looking good.  And this year the National Nutrition Month campaign honors MyPlate, the latest set of healthy eating guidelines developed by the US government.  Every five years, a panel of nutrition scientists and experts gets together to review the current science, our eating behavior, and diet-related health problems in order to come up with...

Every Day Fitness: Plan outdoor adventures for the weekend, like playing catch, shooting hoops, jump roping, throwing a Frisbee, or running with your dog. Take a nature walk or go for a hike. If your neighborhood lacks good outdoor areas try the local mall or a high school track. Go for a bike ride with your family; remember to wear your helmets. Play a game of basketball, kick-ball, or soccer in the park. Take the stairs instead ...

1)    Be prepared to open your eyes and expand your mind –Food staples that you may have thought to be healthy may not be so wonderful after all. Food: Trader Joe’s Salsa, a product we buy often received a low rating. Why? Because it was low in vitamin C, which is unusual since tomatoes are typically high in Vitamin C. You might ask, what makes it so low?  Well, there are a number of possibilities, including poor soil quality.  I’v...

Stock your refrigerator with ready to eat fruits and vegetables—fresh, frozen, or canned. If buying canned veggies, keep your heart healthy by assuring no sodium is added. If stalking up on canned fruit, buy items without added sugar or syrup that will add unwanted calories. When possible choose cans foods without BPA. Prepare fruits and veggies in an eye catching way: Studies show that children eat more of them when served in a beautiful ...

Teaching your young kids about good nutrition with MyPlate can be super easy for parents and fun for kids! First take out a medium size dinner plate. Have your child trace the shape on a piece of paper. Show them the MyPlate logo and have them divide their circle into 4 almost equal parts. Giving a little more space for veggies than fruits and a little more space for grains than protein. Take out some crayons –tell them to pick out the ...

Introducing cultural cuisine to your family by cooking a healthy Chinese dish with your kids. It’s easy and fun!  Moo Goo Gai Pan is a delicious, easy-to-make stir-fry chicken dish with mushrooms and other veggies! Have your child help you wash the vegetables and measure the ingredients. Heat a little olive, grape seed oil or canola oil in a wok and stir-fry mushrooms and canned water chestnuts for 2 minutes. Add celery, pea pods, and 1 ...

The Chinese New Year is a time of great celebration that lasts for 2 weeks, and starts on the first day of the Chinese calendar. It is the time of family reunion and thanksgiving for the past year. During this celebration time, marketplaces are bursting with the colors that symbolize prosperity and blessings for a great start of a new year. These foods can help you and your family be healthy: • Red colored foods bring you blessings throughou...