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Susie's Smart Breakfast Cookies
Posted on September 30, 2010
Believe it or not, fall is already underway and kids are in their school routine again! With so much going on in the morning, it can be difficult to give your child the nutrition he or she needs for a packed day of sports and classes (who has time to prepare eggs, toast and fruit?). Susie’s Smart Cookies are a great solution. Filled with whole grains to keep you ... Read More
Tupperware Lunchtime Fun Set for Kids
Posted on September 22, 2010
Ok, so it’s not quite a “Food” for this week's "Food of the Week", but with everyone always asking me what is the best way to pack food to keep fresh, and school starting up, I figured we could make an exception. Plus, this adorable set from Tupperware will surely keep your kid at the top of the lunchtime trading chain. No squished sandwiches here! The pack ... Read More
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Some Q&A for Parents
- Q: Are there dangers in food dyes I should be aware of for my child?
A: Artificial food coloring ingredients (food dye) contain plenty of chemicals. Many are derived from highly toxic sources and can cause many different diseases, disorders and mutations in humans. Although it seems unlikely that a trivial amount of food coloring in a piece of a candy (like liquorice) would have any harmful effect on you, you would be wrong, because it does.
- Q: What ingredients should I avoid when selecting packaged food for my child?
A: A Chips Ahoy cookie here, a Coke with lunch. There's nothing wrong with this in moderation. The thing is, though, these snacks contain some harmful ingredients that when consumed on a daily basis can really affect your mood and your health. Check the labels and be on the lookout for the following ingredients because they are in everything. The top five are Hydrogenated oil, Enriched flour, High-fructose corn syrup, Refined sugar, and Saturated fats.