It’s that time of year again – February is American Heart Month. The heart is both a symbol of love and one of the hardest-working muscles in your body. A heart might be drawn on a Valentine’s cards, but it also calmly pumps about 2,000 gallons of blood a day without asking for applause. Hearts […]
Portion Sizes for Kids
It can be difficult to navigate portion sizes as our children grow. Children need a variety of foods from all food groups; fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains, and dairy to ensure they meet their nutritional needs. Portion sizes for children are not the same as portion sizes for adults and even differ from child to child. […]
Making Whole Grain Bread
Nothing smells better than freshly baked whole grain bread hot from the oven. The comforting aroma fills the home and invites everyone to gather in the kitchen. Baking bread together is a fun, hands-on way to teach kids about healthy eating, science, and patience—all while spending quality family time. Adjusting for Elevation Baking bread can […]
