During this 60-minute webinar, speakers provide “real world” answers to the following questions:
With snacking on the rise across all ages and demographics, it’s time we take our mini meals seriously. The average American consumes about one-quarter of their daily calories from snacks, and the most common snacks are calorie-rich and nutrient-poor.
This …
School’s out! This series provides insights and resources for encouraging healthy eating and exercise practices during the summer months as well as tips for packing healthy and safe picnics and BBQs.
Feeding Children and Teens during the Summer: Summer Food 
Talking to young children about their health can be challenging—is it better to grab their attention by warning against unhealthy practices or to encourage healthy ones? Preschool children are just developing their skills, especially nutrition and physical activity habits, and …
A recent study of parents and their 6-10 year old children found that involving kids in meal preparation promotes healthy eating habits, specifically by increasing vegetable intake (Van der Horst et al, 2014). It also promotes a positive emotional response …
Summer recess is just around the corner, and kids and parents alike can look forward to fun outdoor activities such as pool parties, BBQs, camping trips, hikes, and visits to the beach. Warm weather is ideal for preparing and consuming …
During the warmer months of spring, summer and fall, many families are on the move to the great outdoors. During vacations, weekends, and free time during the week- parks, beaches, and hiking trails are popular family get-away destinations. When out …
As a parent or guardian, it is your job to protect the child in your care. At some point your child will be going off to school or attending their first sleep over so here are some simple steps to …
The FDA recently proposed a new Nutrition Facts label, representing the first overhaul since 1990. The new Nutrition Facts label is based on consensus reports, national survey data, Dietary Guidelines recommendations and citizen petitions. Manufacturers will have two years to …
School food service staff and teachers on the frontline in their communities are aware of the prevalence and impact that hunger causes among students. One food service director knew that the number of students eligible for free and reduced meals …
