Gluten-free: Going Against the Grain
01/05/2023
In recent years, gluten has become the new dietary no-no. As during the fat-free and low-carb crazes of the past, consumers are now clamoring for gluten-free products like never before.
In recent years, gluten has become the new dietary no-no. As during the fat-free and low-carb crazes of the past, consumers are now clamoring for gluten-free products like never before.
A plant-based diet packs a lot of nutrition, thanks to an emphasis on fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains.
If you’ve spent any time in the yogurt section of your local supermarket lately, you might see more and more products that highlight their “live active cultures”—a nice way of saying that the yogurt is full of bacteria.
Getting fueled up for activity is really no different for kids than it is for adults. Be sure their getting the right pre-sport meals, staying hydrated and refueling after their sporting event.
Kids and breakfast, it’s an uneasy alliance. On a typical school day, breakfast often gets shelved in favor of a few extra minutes of sleep, an “I’m not hungry” claim, or a waiting school bus. And when kids do eat, parents pat themselves on the back because At least they ate something before their kids went charging out the door. But just because a belly is full, doesn’t mean the brain and muscles are getting the fuel they need.
Kids can be picky eaters, and they don’t always get the nutrition they need. Here’s a short list of some nutrition-packed food for kids that they will enjoy.
Moms and dads have dozens of concerns each day, ranging from their child’s performance in school to emotional development and happiness. Perhaps one of the biggest questions is: Am I doing enough to keep my child heart-healthy?
Here are some ways to help create a healthy, active lifestyle for children.
The human body is nearly 70% water, so it’s no surprise that we need to stay well-hydrated in order to stay healthy. We need water to transport nutrients to cells and to get rid of waste products.