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Healthy Family New Year’s Resolutions

The New Year is upon us, and with the New Year comes resolutions and pledging a fresh start. One of the most common resolutions...

9 Toppings Ideas for Hanukkah Latkes

Not all of our holiday traditional foods are healthy, but we certainly cannot imagine our celebrations without them. Having a healthy holiday isn’t about...

Healthy Holiday Meal Planning Tips

For many, it seems that every year is the same during the holidays. The hustle and bustle of extra activities and fun times with...

Build Your Own Trail Mix

Trail Mix is an easy and versatile snack - just combine your favorite nuts, seeds, grains, fun items and seasoning for a protein-packed snack...

Build a Better Sandwich

With the craziness of back-to-school time, we can sometimes fall into a lunchbox rut - same sandwich, same sides. Make lunch fun for kids...

Build Your Own Salad

During these hot summer months, nothing is more refreshing that a great salad! Crisp lettuce topped crunchy veggies, filling protein and fun add-ons makes...

5 Ways to Freeze Fruits and Veggies

Preserving the season’s bountiful produce is something home gardeners hope for when they plant their gardens. But it can be tough knowing where to...

Snacks for the Beach or Pool

With summer in full swing, many families are hitting their local beach, pool or lake for some fun in the sun. Take time to...

Helping Kids Develop a Positive Body Image

Most of us know how hard it is to attain a healthy body image. Too short, too tall; too big, too small, the reasons...

10 Tasty Travel Snacks for Summer

A few months ago, my family and I moved from the West Coast to the East Coast. It was a very big move that involved...

Meal Planning Tips for Summer

It's summertime! For many, that generally means more relaxed schedules, hanging out with family and friends, and vacations. And with warmer weather, having a...

Pediatrician-Approved Tips To Get Kids Active

My youngest recently asked what I did for fun as a kid. His jaw dropped when I explained we didn’t have smart phones, Internet,...

Build a Better Baked Potato

Raise your hand if you love baked potatoes! My family definitely does! Traditional baked potatoes are smothered with some unhealthy toppings, like butter or...