

5 Power Foods All Kids Need
From: Parents There's no doubt that most kids get more than enough to eat (climbing rates of childhood obesity are proof of that). The problem is, a lot of the stuff they're eating every day—like overprocessed and fast food—is calorie dense but nutritionally skimpy. According to the latest research, young children are now falling short on five important nutrients. Find out which ones they need most, plus easy ways you can fit them in. Calcium About one-third of kids ages 4 to


10 Amazing Summer Foods for Kids to Keep Them Energetic
From: NDTV Food By: Harnoor Channi-Tiwary Here are 10 great summer foods that kids will love and keep them full of energy. My usually-unfussy daughter has suddenly lost her appetite. Hours are spent on the dining table, ending with frustration, both at her end and mine. After a few days of this uncharacteristic behaviour, I decided to take a step back, assess the situation and discuss this with my pediatrician. It is then that we realised that the summer heat was to blame. It


10 Healthy, Kid-Friendly Finger Foods
From: Parenting These bite-sized snacks and meals are perfect for picky eaters. 1. Welsh "Rabbits"Welsh rarebit is a slightly enriched version of cheese toast—children will probably enjoy this version of "rabbit." 2. Prosciutto and Taleggio PaniniHot dog buns are just right for baby panini, and the deliciously creamy Taleggio cheese in this filling melts beautifully. You could use fontina or mozzarella instead. Click here for FULL article. #kidsfingerfood


How to Avoid the 'Summer Slide' with Kids' Eating
From: Parenting Do you wish your children could and would eat healthier during the summer? Would you like to see you son/daughter continue their healthy eating habits that you have established during the school year? Good information here from Parenting.com. Do you think the long days of summer mean more time for active play and kids eating lots of healthy, ripe fruits and veggies? Think again. The 2015 YMCA Family Health Snapshot Survey—conducted in partnership with the Amer

Kool-Aid Pickles! Say What?
From: Tornadough Have you heard of Kool Aid Pickles or Koolickles before? If you haven’t yes, they are a thing. Originating from the Delta area they have taken the south and now the north by storm with their kooky flavor combinations! What are Kool-Aid Pickles? If you cant figure out by the name itself Kool Aid Pickles are pickles that are soaked in a pickle juice, Kool Aid and sugar combination and brined for about a week. They take on a deep red, purple or blue color depend


School May Be Out, but Kids Still Need Summer Nutrition Lessons
From: Health By Julie Upton, RD When I was a kid (a chubby one at that), summertime was when I normally lost a few pounds through increased daily activities—riding my bike to the public beach, swimming and goofing around all day, then riding my bike home for dinner. Even though my lunch money was typically spent on ice cream sandwiches and soft-serve, the amount of time I spent being active during the day was enough to enable me to slim down before September. Today, however,


6 Simple Summer Recipes For Kids And 10 Healthy Food Options
From: Mom Junction During summers, kids are irritable and don’t want to eat much. Is that a regular- scenario with your darling? Don’t worry we have some lip smacking recipes for you to prepare! Children sweat a lot and lose energy easily. So it is necessary to prepare some dishes which are attractive for them, yet have the required dose of nutrition. Here’s our list of top 10 summer food options for kids. 1. Strawberry And Kiwi Cubes: Wash and peel the fruits and extract th


25 OF THE BEST HEALTHY SUMMER SNACK FOR KIDS!
From: My Fussy Eater By: Ciara Attwell OK, so the kiddos are home for the summer. And you want them to eat healthy. This article by Ciara Attwell just might be the ticket to a healthy summer. Good luck! My small person is a complete “snackaholic”! In the summer months when she is spending so much more time outside in the fresh air, I feel like she takes snacking to a whole new level and sometimes I find it difficult to keep up with her requests! If your kids are constantly as