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Supermarket Psychology

Review Average: 3.5 stars

Here are some practical tips that can save you time, money and hassle on grocery store trips.


Iron and Your Teen

Review Average: 4 stars

Poor food choices or restricting food to lose weight are two common reasons many teens don't consume enough iron when they need it the most.


The Inside Scoop on Artificial Sweeteners

Review Average: 2 stars

If you’re concerned about the amount of sugar in your child’s diet you might be wondering if artificial sweeteners are a smart alternative. Despite what you may have heard, artificial sweeteners don’t cause birth defects or cancer and they aren’t linked to behavior problems.


Portion Distortion

Review Average: 3 stars

One reason kids may not be eating appropriately sized portions based on the recommended MyPlate serving sizes is that they may not recognize what a reasonable portion looks like. Use this chart to determine what a serving size actually looks like.


Hard Facts about Soft Drinks

Review Average: 1.5 stars

The variety of types and flavors of soft drinks can be a temptation trap for kids. Consider the facts before you let your child or teen gulp that super-sized soda.


Frozen Foods: Convenient and Nutritious

Review Average: 4 stars

The freezer case is stocked with many healthy and convenient foods you can serve with little time or effort.


Beat the Bug

Review Average: 4.5 stars

The flu season is at your doorstep. How can you protect yourself? The best defense is a year-round offense: Eat smart, stay active, get enough rest, reduce stress.


On a Budget? Save Money with These Tips

Review Average: 4.5 stars

With rising prices and falling budgets, it's more challenging than ever to bring home the fixings for balanced meals. Here are some tips to save you money while nourishing your family.


Are Canned Foods Nutritious for My Family?

Review Average: 2 stars

Quick and convenient, more than 1500 varieties of canned foods appear on today's supermarket shelves offering everything from traditional fare to a variety of nutritionally positioned products such as sodium-free, low-fat, no-added-sugar and others.


Food Labels for Infants under Two

Review Average: 5 stars

You may have noticed that infant food labels look different from adult food labels. While infant food labels also use the Nutrition Facts format, the information provided is different.


Your Grade Schooler Won't Drink Milk — Now What?

Review Average: 4.5 stars

While milk was once the go-to gulp for most kids, it’s increasingly being pushed to the sidelines, with the average child drinking between 5 and 10 ounces of sweetened soft drinks a day instead.



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  • Cook healthy

    Involve your child in the cutting, mixing and preparation of all meals. Even a snack can be healthy.

  • Eat right

    Sit down together as a family to enjoy a wonderful meal and the opportunity to share the day's experiences with one another.

  • Shop smart

    To encourage a healthy lifestyle, get your children involved in selecting the food that will appear at the breakfast, lunch or dinner table.


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