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Seven Tips for Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables!
Got a picky eater refusing to eat vegetables? Discover the secrect to raising a healthy eater and veggie-lover. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN The number one question parents ask me is . . . “How do I get my child to eat vegetables?” So this week, I wanted to give you ... more
Read moreHow to Build a Heart-Healthy Breakfast
Rise and shine to a quick, tasty, and heart-healthy breakfast – – all under 400 calories! By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN Breakfast skippers beware. Breakfast eaters tend to be slimmer and numerous studies back this up. Another reason to eat breakfast: skipping it increases your chances of a heart attack. ... more
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DIY Almond Butter
Spread the heart-healthy love and make your own quick and tasty almond butter. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN Everyone knows peanut butter and jelly reign as the classic lunch box sandwich. But due to peanut allergies, many schools now ban this childhood favorite. So what should your child spread on ...
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Veggie Pita Pizza
By Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN What’s the best way to raise a veggie lover? Let them slice, dice, and create a healthy veggie pita pizza. Who said vegetables are boring? If you want your kids to eat their daily recommended dose of veggies, focus on fun and familiar. Research shows ...
Read moreShould You Eat Raw Cookie Dough?
Batter up! Take your raw cookie dough licks wisely. By: Jodie Shield, RDN One of my fondest childhood holiday memories is baking sugar cookies with my mom. I loved flattening out the dough with her big wooden rolling pin, then using plastic cookie cutters to stamp out perfect stars, bells, ... more
Read moreHow Often Should Kids Eat Fast Food?
Four quick tips to help your family make healthier fast food choices. By: Jodie Shield, MED, RDN Friends, I have to get something off my registered dietitian nutritionist chest. Fast food doesn’t really bother me. Of course, it’s greasy and salty. Yes, the portions are outrageously large with enough calories ... more
Read moreShould You Eat Greek Yogurt?
Find out how Greek yogurt stacks up nutritionally against other types of yogurt. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN When it comes to buying yogurt, it’s Greek for me. I LOVE the thick, creamy, tangy, not-too-sweet taste of Greek yogurt. Plus, after reading and comparing lots of food labels, Greek yogurt ... more
Read moreShould You Eat Chicken Thighs or Breasts?
Discover the delicious truth about eating chicken and whether white meat or dark meat is better for your health. By: Jodie Shield, MEd, RDN What’s better for you: chicken thighs or breasts? If you have skin on the game, neither one’s a nutritional winner. Chicken skin is pure fat (the ... more
Read more10 Easter Treats Under 225 Calories
Find out how many calories are in your Easter Basket. By: Jodie Shield, RDN Why does the Easter Bunny bring candy? Given that he’s a rabbit, carrots would seem more appropriate. Nevertheless, come Easter morning there’s no hiding the fact that your child’s basket will be filled with traditional sweets. ... more
Read moreIs My Food Safe?
Love those leftover! Food Safety App Review. By: Jodie Shield, RDN How long does lunchmeat last in the fridge? What temperature should you cook pork tenderloin? Does ketchup ever go bad? If you’re not sure how to answer these questions, have I got an app for you! Is My Food Safe? ... more
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