Supermarket Smarts
Do you consider buying groceries a real grind? A necessary evil? Well, it may never turn into a fun adventure for you, but there are some things you can do to make it easier on you and your budget. Grocery shopping actually begins at home: Keep a note pad handy in the...
Sleep Deprivation and Kids
Are your school kids getting enough sleep? With the new school year starting and routines being established, are things going smoothly? If you are sleep deprived, then the chances are your children may be sleep deprived as well. The following is an excerpt from...
What’s Your Child’s Learning Style?
As a parent or caregiver, understanding your child’s learning style can greatly aid when assisting with studies or homework. Very simply, people process information differently and the learning process is different for each person. There are three main learning...
Out with the Old and In with the New: Understanding the New and Improved Nutrition Facts Label
The Nutrition Facts label, seen on packaged bags, boxes, cans, etc., is the consumer information gateway to making healthy choices for ourselves and our families. But let’s face it, for many Americans, interpreting the Nutrition Facts label can be downright...
Crops in Season: August
As much as I wanted to write about Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbors’ Porch Day, celebrated on August 8, it was difficult because zucchini, a summer squash, takes a two-month hiatus during July and August, the warmest Florida summer months. Nevertheless, there...
Changes to the Nutrition Facts Label
On May 20, 2016, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released the new Nutrition Facts label requirements for packaged foods. The new version represents the latest in food science research and is designed to make it easier for consumers to get the information they...
It’s Picnic Time
Picnics are a great opportunity for families to enjoy the great outdoors. It provides time to experience special bonding while enjoying the fresh air and delicious food. However, we should always be cautious of food borne illness. Let's keep food and your family safe...
Crops in Season – Blueberries
July is National Blueberry Month and what a great testament it is to be named fruit of the month during this patriotic season! Blueberries are one of the few fruits native to North America and have been enjoyed for centuries, both wild and cultivated. In fact, the...
Has Caffeine Become a Bad Habit?
It seems that most Americans start their mornings off with a mug of hot coffee, iced coffee, or any number of fancy variations. For many, it’s the key to starting your day off right. Ever notice what happens when you don’t get your coffee in the morning? Let’s just...
Every Food Group Every Day
What’s the best way to enjoy a variety of the nutrients and other substances needed for good health? Eat from every food group every day. Foods are put into food groups because they provide key nutrients, in about the same amounts. For example, the milk, yogurt, and...