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A Little Bit of Everything
Eating in moderation can mean different things for everyone. As a dietitian and a Together Counts™ Ambassador, I believe that moderation means not depriving your food intake, or life of […]
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The Benefits of Structured Physical Activity for Early Childhood Programs
Structured physical activities are usually led by a qualified adult and include organized sports, guided play, and school PE programs. Structured activities are important throughout a person’s life, but they […]
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The Many Examples We Set for Our Children
As an ambassador for Together Counts TM and as a parent, I try hard to be a good role model for my children. From watching what I say and how […]
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Have you Made These 4 Easy Changes to Your Diet?
Resolutions. They never seem to go away. Another year goes by, and millions of people are once again bound and determined to make some significant change to their lifestyles. Some succeed […]
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Give Kids a Break: The Value of Recess
The new policy statement by the American Academy of Pediatrics about the importance of recess time brought back some vivid memories of my days on the playground. I remember when […]
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Discover How Kids Refuel Around the World with Tips from Kraft Foods
If you’re tired of the same lunch routine day after day, travel around the world for inspiration. In several countries, lunch is the main meal of the day where families […]
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Meal Planning Basics: Setting the Stage for Success
As a busy working mother of two little girls, I have learned that when it comes to consistently feeding my family and keeping them healthy, meal planning is key. As […]
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Getting Creative in the Kitchen
With childhood obesity rates more than tripling in the past 30 years, it’s important to take a proactive role in encouraging healthful eating for the entire family when dining out […]
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Making Family Meals Work When You’re Not the Greatest Cook
I have a love/hate relationship with cooking: love to cook; hate it when I simply cannot find the time or inspiration to, you know, actually cook something. My 12 year-old […]
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5 Ways to Jump into an Active Summer!
During summer vacation, kids have an unlimited amount of free time, and it can be difficult to think of ways to keep them active. The U.S. Department of Health and […]
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