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Think About What You Drink
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Jan 13th, 2012
Drinking water is the best way to stay hydrated 6-10 cups a day varies with age, refer to SuperKids Nutrition water article Children get dehydrated faster than adults Pack a reusable water bottle to school and work Offer fat-free or 1% milk to your child over the age of 2, or calcium and vitamin D fortified soy milk (non-genetically modified soy) Milk contains calcium, which is needed for growing strong bones. Juice ...Read More » Tags
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Indoor Exercise to Stay In-Shape
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Dec 8th, 2011
When it’s too cold to go for a walk or play your favorite sport outdoors, take your kids inside for some exercise. There’s plenty you can do to help keep your family fit. Try some of our favorite indoor exercises or create your own! Dance to your family’s favorite music. Moving your body is a great way to exercise your heart. Mix it up with new dances like salsa or swing to keep your kids excited about shaking their hips. J...Read More » Tags
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Get the Whole Family Moving with Chores!
by Brandi Nicholson on Nov 13th, 2011Everyone wants a clean house to entertain family and friends for parties, get-togethers or holidays, but few people enjoy the process of getting there. Thankfully, there are lots of things you can do to make cleaning enjoyable for you and your children. Inject fun into each task and before you know it, the job will be done and you will have found a way to sneak some double-duty exercise into your day and burn some calories in preparation for ...Read More » Tags
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7 Steps to Make a Change that Lasts:
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Oct 9th, 2011
Start small. Decide on one small change you would like to make and focus on that. For example, I’m going to include a fruit at breakfast in the morning during the weekdays or I’ll work out before dinner time on weekends,. Make it specific. Instead of I will eat healthier, try I will add one more vegetable to my dinner two times this week. It is often helpful to write this goal down and post it up somewhere where you can see it ofte...Read More » Tags
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Healthy Homes for Healthy Families
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Aug 31st, 2011
Read the tips below. Choose one or two health goals this week to achieve. Then track how you do. Print this out and put it on the fridge or tape to a kitchen cabinet. Each week place a check mark by the goals you reached, at the end of the month see how you did. Involve every family member in getting outside or being active. Turn off the TV, radio, and computer games during mealtimes and snacks. Give big hugs instead of sweet treats...Read More » Tags
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Easy as 1-2-3: Get Your FAMILY Fit and Healthy!
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Jun 24th, 2011
Did you know that Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends getting at least 60 minutes of moderate to physical activity for kids and close to that for adults? And do not forget that strength and bone- building exercise should be incorporated in your exercise routine along with aerobic activity. And if this task seems insurmountable, with numerous tips and exciting activities offered by SuperKids Nutrition, it is as easy as 1-2-...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Featured, Health & Fitness, Healthy Holidays, Kids Nutrition, School Nutrition
End of Year – Healthy Class Parties
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on May 16th, 2011
Parents –Did You know you can help create healthier lives for your children? One step is helping plan healthy classroom parties? With end of year parties approaching–why not end on a good note? Special occasion foods are okay in moderation, right? Yes! But moderation has sadly been redefined. Nowadays, sweet treats seem to have infiltrated most every day events, and “special occasion” foods have become a daily indulgence. Of the ...Read More » Tags
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TOP 10 Choices You Can Make To Be The Healthiest Family
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Jan 27th, 2011
Make sure your diet has color diversity –eat fruits, veggies, beans, whole grains and nuts in every color every day. Powerful plant fight-o-chemicals provide the anti-disease compounds you need. Focus on plant proteins more. Go meatless on Monday’s – make animal protein a special event or complement to your meals. Especially cut back on red meat. Include nuts every day; just make sure the portion is not too big. Switch to good fats...Read More » Tags
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Filed under: Family & Kids Nutrition, Featured, Health & Fitness, Kids Nutrition, Meal Time Tips
9 Easy Tips to a Healthier Family!
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Jan 13th, 2011
Keep doing: Fun is Important! Enjoy your family time together and make it memorable. Be the Best Parent You Can. But do not worry if you are not ideal. Nobody is. Keep up the Good Work! Stay motivated to jump start a healthier lifestyle for your family. Stop doing: Screen Time Warning - The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than 1-2 hours a day of quality programming for kids 2 years and older. Those under 2 ...Read More » Tags
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5 Best Gifts for Holiday Health That Last All Year Long!
by Melissa Halas-Liang MA, RD, CDE on Dec 12th, 2010
1) Air popper. We use ours about 5 days a week. We don’t have to worry about any plastic coatings found in microwave popcorn bags which may trigger asthma and other health problems. Plus popcorn helps you meet your whole grain quota. For corn, try to go with organic when possible to avoid genetically modified foods. I like Health Best brand popcorn kernals distributed by Nature’s Best. - There are at least 5 air poppers on the market –shop...Read More » Tags
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