Time to Start Planning Your Summer
With summer on the horizon, everyone starts thinking about being in with the warmth of the sun. The warmer weather brings on so many opportunities for children and adults to get out and be physically active. [...]
Put Your Best Fork Forward
March is National Nutrition Month! This year’s National Nutrition Month theme focuses on “eating right for your lifestyle.” The campaign comes with lots of fun handouts and activities for adults and kids, including Sudoku pages [...]
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
According to the Centers for Disease Control, dental disease is one of the most common chronic illnesses among children and can lead to academic, physical, and social-emotional problems. Kids who suffer from dental issues often [...]
Take A Deep Breath and Eat Balanced
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I support a healthy eating pattern: a diet of fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean protein, and heart-healthy oils. We can’t eat unlimited quantities of food all the time, but [...]
Healthy Choices for a Lifetime of Benefits
A choice is very personal. Choice can represent personality, heritage, geography, and knowledge, and more! Making healthy choices can make an impact on morale, health and lifestyle. As the New Year begins to make its [...]
Walking and Biking to School
Being active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and for kids getting physical activity every day is a must! According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, regular physical activity in [...]