Making sure the kids are properly prepared for school doesn’t end with providing them with school supplies. All of the school supplies in the world will do nothing if a child doesn’t have the right nutrients for his (or her) brain. And a hungry belly never does anyone any good either. So when it comes to what to send your child to school with for lunch, you want to make sure it’s not only filling, but also won’t make your child sluggish at school…
When school starts back up again you want your kids on top of their game. And since learning doesn’t end when the school bell rings, keeping it going when they come home to do homework is important. So if you’re trying to decide what after-school snacks to serve your children, then you should consider some brain foods. These are foods which will keep the kids alert and on their toes and ready to learn and work their hardest. Here are ten after-school snacks ideas (with variations) which make for great brain food.
It is important that even your teen continues to eat healthy. It might be a little harder to know exactly what he (or she) is eating when you’re not around, and it’s all that much more important that you provide him with a healthy and appealing lunch. Get your teen involved in choosing and even making his lunch to really ensure that he eats it and doesn’t buy a bunch of junk while at school. Here are seven healthy lunch ideas you can try with your teen.
Getting the kids involved in cooking will help them to try some new things. It also gives them a sense of independence. Even at a young age there are some things that kids can start to prepare for themselves. You might have to do a little of the prep work, like cutting up fruit and … Read more
Making lunch for your grade school child can be tricky. Finding something he (or she) will eat that’s healthy and packs well is no easy task for sure. We have come up with five healthy lunches you can send your grade school student to school with that he’s going to love. And best of all, … Read more
We tend to have preconceived notions about what foods do and do not go together. There are food combinations that are delicious, but they are not well known as pairs in our particular culture. Because of this, we may live a lifetime and never try them together. There are many odd-sounding combinations that are worth … Read more
A great jam or jelly can be a tasty addition to many breads, meats, or other dishes. Depending on the combination, there are a variety of ways one can eat them. Believe it or not, peppers have become a fast favorite to up the wow factor in jams and jellies, and the ideas listed below … Read more
Mustard is a versatile and well-loved topping for many types of foods. It goes well with almost any meat or vegetable, as well as any food needing a bit of a kick. The following ideas will give you some inspiration if your meals need something extra special. 1. Maple Mustard Glaze If you are looking … Read more
Sometimes the hardest part of planning a kids’ party is deciding what to serve for food. And today with so many allergy concerns out there you want to make sure everyone stays safe, but also has the foods they like. So for your next kids’ party, try some of these kid-friendly party food ideas. Kid-Friendly … Read more
Soup is one of the most versatile foods. It is especially perfect for the fall season. There are some old favorites that are delicious and well known. Then there are also some unique and less well-known soups to try. These new soups are wonderful to get cozy with when the weather begins to turn cool. … Read more
Nothing beats pizza for versatility and taste. Pizza is a wonderful meal to plan ahead, or to have last minute. Quite a few individuals nowadays have varied dietary restrictions, gluten being one of the most common. Many people are cutting grains out of their diet, so it is imperative to have on hand a few … Read more
Salad is the perfect food for dinner. Extremely versatile, it can be as simple or complex as you want it to be. Although some skeptics try to smear salad’s reputation by referring to it as rabbit food or diet food, nothing could be farther from the truth. A salad can make a surprisingly hearty dinner, … Read more
With bathing suit season just around the corner, you may be more motivated than ever to eat healthier. But as carnivals, ice cream socials and campfire s’mores beckon to you, how can you focus on eating healthier in the summer? Here are ten ideas: 1. Consider planting a garden – If you have a garden … Read more
Grilling vegetables may be one of the easiest and tastiest ways to prepare them. Summer lends itself well to this style of cooking, but it is also a great way to make them all year round. Grilling doesn’t take much time, but it will yield a dish that anyone will enjoy. If you are looking … Read more
Slow Cookers are arguably one of the world’s greatest inventions. When you need something easy, they are number one. If you want supper ready by a certain time but have to spend the day at work, the slow cooker makes life easier. Slow cookers can be your best friend if you want spectacular desserts. Try … Read more
Smoothies are a perfect meal. When you are on the run and needing some good nourishment, they can be made in a matter of minutes. There are so many varieties, from yogurt smoothies to the increasingly popular green smoothies. They can be done in any blender but it helps if you have a high quality … Read more
Boiled eggs are one of the most versatile and healthy foods around. You can make egg-salad sandwiches, prepare delicious devilled eggs, or eat them as is. Many people prepare several hard-boiled eggs at the beginning of the week to use as quick and easy snacks to grab later, on the go as needed. As easy … Read more
How many of us are guilty of this one? You have jars of spices that are older than your kids. You probably bought the jar for a particular recipe, which you made a few times, and now the jar is sitting there.
The same can happen with herbs, especially dried ones.
To help combat this problem and reduce waste, here are some ideas regarding the shelf life of common kitchen herbs and spices.
When you feel tired and run down from time to time, how do you react? Do you get more rest, ponder if your diet could be better, just trudge through, have a coffee (like your humble author), or reach for an energy drink? If you said yes, STOP!
When food shopping for the week (or month), a lot of thought goes in to our selections – yet many of us give very little thought about how much of what we buy and prepare goes in the trash. For example, did you know we throw away approximately one third of the food we buy each week?
Here are some helpful tips to help reduce food waste.