How Much Water Should Kids Drink?

How Much Water Should Kids Drink?

Moms / Nutrition

Water is essential to life. In fact, water covers 80% of the surface of our planet and over 60% of the human body consists of water. Water is essential for children and adults alike to stay healthy and well. But how much water should kids drink?   The Role of…

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Product Review: Vitamins

Product Review: Vitamins

Moms / Nutrition

Vitamins are a great way to make up for what may be missing from our diets. They can also help protect us against some diseases and conditions. If you don’t know what to look for in vitamin supplements or what works best for different people, you’ll find helpful tips and…

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How to Make Fast Food at Home

How to Make Fast Food at Home

Moms / Nutrition

You don’t have to roll through the drive-through or deal with health concerns to enjoy some of your favorite fast food treats at home! These delicious, easy recipes feature the flavors of your favorite chain restaurant with less expense and health-guilt. French Fries Don’t think that just because they say…

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10 Foods to Banish from Your Pantry

10 Foods to Banish from Your Pantry

Moms / Nutrition

Conscious eating is all the rage, with numerous movements-local first, all organic, green living, etc.-celebrating the virtues of consuming foods that are good for the body and the Earth. This is great news for American families who have an interest in following a more balanced and healthy diet, as the…

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Cooking in Bulk: The Master Plan

Cooking in Bulk: The Master Plan

Moms / Nutrition

For large families or busy parents with no time to cook every night, bulk cooking can be a lifesaver. Not only is bulk cooking a huge timesaver, but it can also be economical and cut down on wasted leftovers. With smart planning and the right recipe ideas, you can have…

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Drinking your Calories

Drinking your Calories

Moms / Nutrition

The options for drinks seem to be at an all time high with energy and sport drinks, new flavored sodas, tropical fruit juices, fancy vitamin water, and even water with protein appealing to all ages. Sodas and sport drinks, however, can have as much as 13 teaspoons of added sugar….

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Rise and Shine: It’s Breakfast Time!

Rise and Shine: It’s Breakfast Time!

Moms / Nutrition

Most of us already know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Beginning your day without breakfast is like trying to fly a kite without any wind. It’s hard to get started and even harder to keep going. Breakfast is the first chance your child’s developing body…

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Does Your Child Need a Multivitamin?

Does Your Child Need a Multivitamin?

Moms / Nutrition

Many parents think that because their children are picky eaters, they need to supply them with a multivitamin. The jury is still out on whether or not it is important to give children multivitamin supplements. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages and decide for yourself whether it is necessary in your…

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