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September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

On December 10th, 2012   /   Monkey Bites   /   Leave a comment
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“September marks the start of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, a time for us to encourage America’s children to develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime. All kids deserve to experience the positive health benefits of daily physical activity and healthy eating, and have those opportunities available to them.” ~Department of Health and Human Services Visit this link to learn more about healthy nutrition for kids in school and the Let’s Move initiative. Click here for more information from the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition.

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Healthy Snack and Lunch Ideas: Teaching Kids to Eat Healthy

On September 5th, 2012   /   Blog, Monkey Bites   /   Leave a comment
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Teaching kids to eat healthy starts early in life. When kids see their parents and other adults eating healthy, it encourages them to do the same. According to the CDC, during the last 3 decades, the prevalence of obesity has tripled among persons aged 6–19 years. The CDC also states that the home environment and parental influence are strongly correlated with youth eating behaviors. HelpGuide.org goes further to say that “Healthy eating can stabilize children’s energy, sharpen their minds, and even out their moods.” Focusing on an active lifestyle and

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Portions vs. Serving Size: What Do They Mean?

On September 2nd, 2012   /   Blog, Monkey Bites   /   Leave a comment
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A portion is a serving. Right? Wrong! Don’t worry  – most people don’t know the difference between a portion and a serving. So here’s the skinny on both: A portion is how much food you choose to eat at one time – or that you choose to feed your child. It’s what is on your plate based on what you wanted to eat (and it may be 2, 3 or even 4 servings!). A serving is a specific recommended amount of food. The ChooseMyplate.gov website provides valuable information about serving

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The Real Scoop on Antioxidants

On August 27th, 2012   /   Blog, Monkey Bites   /   Leave a comment
Blueberries are high in antioxidants and organic blueberries are highly recommended.

Back to school means the weather is changing and before you know it, we’ll enjoy some cooler weather. But cooler weather also brings on colds and flu for lots of people. Keeping your children as healthy as possible starts with watching what they eat. We know that antioxidants are one way to help fight off illness and help build a strong immune system. Antioxidants are simply vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that protect and repair cells from damage caused by free radicals. These free radicals can wreak havoc on an

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