Diet

Health starts with what we eat-our diet. It can be hard to make the right choices and even harder to get kids to do it! Here are articles for simple ways to make being healthier the easy choice. Everything from healthier holidays to small every day changes.

An easy, healthy sweet treat kids will absolutely love!

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Summertime treats are a big hit in our house. To be honest, it doesn’t even have to be summer. Ice cream, popsicles, lemonade. You name it, we love it. What I don’t love is how sugary and unhealthy all of those treats are. Even the “healthy” versions are loaded with junk, and I don’t feel good giving them to my son on a regular basis. When my son recently discovered popsicles and began to constantly ask for them, I knew I had to find a simple, healthy alternative to the ones we bought at the store. So I decided to start making smoothie popsicles. They are the healthy sweet treat I had been looking for. He loves them and I … More…

How to eat healthier with one easy change

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If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for a simple idea for how to eat healthier. I seriously struggle so much with this. My diet kind of sucks, to be honest. I have a killer sweet tooth and chips call to me like a siren to a ship at sea. So I’m constantly trying new foods or trying to incorporate healthier foods into my diet more. And it is really hard sometimes.   Trying new things is hard…and sometimes gross. Have you ever heard of Mermaid Lemonade? There are a few versions of this. There is the fun, alcohol-infused cocktail version, and then there’s this version. And it looks super amazing. This is the healthy one that I discovered one … More…

5 Simple Tips for a Healthier Thanksgiving

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If you ask most people what their favorite part of Thanksgiving is, they’d tell you it was the food. In fact, a lot of people probably couldn’t tell you anything else they even associate with Thanksgiving! Although I’m sure a few would say the Black Friday shopping part was their favorite, that really doesn’t have anything to do with the celebration of the holiday itself. I’m not sure why, but it seems to be the only holiday in which food is the only way we really celebrate. Christmas has church and decorating of the house and tree. Halloween has trick-or-treating, dressing up, and enjoying all things scary. With all the association with food, Thanksgiving is definitely one of the toughest holidays … More…

25 Sweet, Simple Vegan Treats Kids will Love

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I try to feed my kid healthy foods. Really, I do. I try to limit junk food as much as possible. Candy, cookies, cakes, and chips are not often consumed in our house. At least, not by Zach, and not when he’s awake. I mean who among us hasn’t raided the ice cream the second the kids are in bed? I cannot be alone in this. The main reason we eat healthy at home is that I want Zach to learn good habits. I don’t want him addicted to sugar like I am. I don’t want him struggling with food addiction, weight problems, or the diseases linked to a poor diet. That’s why we try to stick to sweet healthy … More…

14 Sweet, Healthy Snacks to Conquer Powerful Cravings!

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If you’re anything like me, by 7 o’clock on a Friday night, you’re searching the pantry for something sweet. Getting ready to watch your favorite show or a movie makes that craving pop-up that only ice cream, chocolate, or a delicious pastry can conquer. But you’re trying to better yourself and make healthy choices. Unfortunately, none of those are on the healthy snack list. Now you have that crucial decision: do you forfeit your healthy goals for the night in acceptance of a delicious treat? What if I told you that there are amazing healthy snacks that can get the job done? (This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through one of my links, I’ll receive a small commission, … More…

10 Healthy Toddler Approved Snacks for the Whole Family!

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Here we are at our final day of toddler approved meals! Today isn’t about actual “meals” but rather healthy, toddler approved snacks. Since we’re always on the go, snacks are a critical part of our day. Little toddler bellies don’t always hold very much and the several hours between meals is just too long for them. As such, we always have snacks on hand for him while we’re out and about. Snacks aren’t just important for him. Since we’re trying to eat healthier, stopping for snacks or fast food is just not a good option. In addition to the health factor, it’s much more costly to stop for snacks. So I like to always try to make sure I have … More…

10 Healthy Toddler Approved Breakfast for the Whole Family!

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On to round three of healthy, toddler approved meals! So far we’ve covered dinner and lunch. While those are definitely the more complicated meals, finding a toddler approved breakfast can sometimes be a challenge too. Eggs are pretty much my go-to breakfast food for myself and it works for Zach, too. Still, I felt like I needed to expand his horizons. I want him to continue to be adventurous with food and willing to try new things. If I don’t continue offering up new options, he’ll lose that willingness to try. Breakfast is difficult in its own right because there is a small group of foods that are generally thought of as breakfast. Toast, eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, oatmeal. That pretty … More…