Food and lifestyle are vital to diabetes management. Start your wellness plan today by following these tips:
Kitchen Activities for Preschoolers
Children are more likely to accept foods they select and help prepare, so encourage them to do as much as possible for themselves. Preschoolers quickly develop new skills and you may be surprised by how much your little chef can help in the kitchen.
Eat Your Way to Wellness with Berries
Dietary surveys reveal that berry-rich diets are associated with: healthy body weight, a reduction in risk factors for cardiovascular disease, and improvements in mood and cognitive function.
The health benefits of berries are well known so it is surprising that berry consumption remains low. On average, a person living in the United States consumes a mere one tablespoon of berries per week.
The bottom line is that berries are rich in nutrients that support overall health and wellbeing. We need to eat more of them.
Snacks that Increase Energy and Mental Focus
Nutrition and eating healthfully have a direct impact on your energy, motivation, and productivity. To keep energy levels up, eat nutrient dense snacks at regular intervals throughout the day—about two hours before, and two hours after a meal. A nutrient-dense snack provides: protein, healthy fat, fiber, and about 150 calories. The following snacks will silence cravings and keep you from overeating in the evening.
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Kale is a nutrient-dense, leafy green vegetable that is a good source of calcium, magnesium and vitamins A, C, E and K. Leafy greens could be a stellar addition to your lifestyle. Unfortunately many of us (children and adults alike) refuse to eat them. Why? Kale and other dark green vegetables (like broccoli and collards) have a bitter flavor and traditional cooking methods often do not improve meal-time appeal.
Read more to discover techniques that improve the flavor of kale and other bitter greens.
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