Archives for January 2007

Here are some healthy snacks that can be fixed in a snap:   Fruit Bricks: These are fun to play with, and they cover the fruit group. To make, dissolve three envelopes unflavored gelatin in 3/4 cup boiling water. Add one 12-ounce can frozen apple, orange or grape juice concentrate and stir until mixed. Pour into lightly sprayed 9-by-13-inch pan. Chill for several hours. … [Read more...] about More Healthy Snacks

Here are simple substitutions for some harmful additives: Organic choices. Look for biscuits, crackers and cookies in the organic or health food section, or try making your own if you have the time. Still read labels in this section, however, as many so-called organic foods contain MSG Make your own peanut and other nut butters. Simply put peanuts, almonds or cashews in a … [Read more...] about Good News: Substitutes

Years ago, parents didn't realize that transfats, artificial sweeteners, artificial colors and additives for flavor and preservation were probably not the best choices for our growing kids. Now we do.   Unfortunately, these unhealthy additives are very common in many of the "traditional" toddler foods, such as graham crackers, animal crackers, toddler biscuits, flavored … [Read more...] about Not-so-healthy Snacks

Some fathers have already figured out the secret to a lifetime of healthy eating: Start them young. It is better stay away from processed foods as much as possible and nurture children's appreciation for fresh, healthy foods.   Here is bunch of super fast, healthy recipes:  Brown rice cakes topped with natural peanut butter and low-sugar jelly Mashed avocado … [Read more...] about Healthy Mini Meals

Here’s how Dads can make eating it a fun thing to do: One solution is to fix finger foods that toddlers can take back and forth with them from a small table to their play area. Try naming their foods after something they can relate to, such as Pooh Bear Pretzels Most important, be with your children. If they're still in a highchair, put it close to you so you can … [Read more...] about Eating is Fun!