101 Healthiest Foods for Kids

Author: Sally Kuzemchak
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
ISBN: 1631595385
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 224

Book Description
Written by a mom and registered dietitian who specializes in family nutrition, 101 Healthiest Foods for Kids is an interactive guide for parents and kids to discovering what fruits, veggies, whole grains, and more are best for fueling kids' minds and bodies. Plus, find tips for selecting, serving, and prepping these wholesome foods; answers to your biggest nutrition questions; and strategies for encouraging picky eaters. Do you and your kids love living a healthy lifestyle (or are you looking to make that a goal)? Are you curious about which foods are ideal for childhood nutrition? Let 101 Healthiest Foods for Kids be your handbook to everything whole food, no matter where you may be on your journey! This family-friendly guide includes informational sidebars with great tips and tricks for getting kids to try new foods and make healthy choices, as well as answers to questions, like: Is juice healthy?, Does my child need a multivitamin?, and Do kids need more protein? From fruits and veggies, to whole grains and protein-rich foods, you’ll find 101 full profiles on foods such as: Sugar snap peas Zucchini Sweet potato Papaya Pomegranate Dates Farro Lentils Sunflower seeds And so many more! On top of all that, you'll also find more than 25 quick and easy recipes you can make as a family, from Beet & Berry Smoothies to Cauliflower Nuggets and Red Lentil Snack Cookies. Keep this colorful, easy-to-skim guide in your kitchen to grab again and again. Pick a food that's new to you, or one you love and want to get the kids excited about, and let the fun begin!

101 Healthiest Foods

Author: Joanna McMillan Price
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 156975232X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 278

Book Description
Everyone knows that it's important to eat right. But with so many choices, who has the time to figure it all out? 101 Healthiest Foods takes the hard work out of making smart food choices. With its one- to five-star rankings and quick reference lists, this book is the ultimate tool for finding and enjoying the incredibly nutritious foods that allow one to live longer, be healthier, and feel happier every day. An empowering health book, 101 Healthiest Foods identifies the "best of the best" across all food groups, including the healthiest fruits, vegetables, carbs, proteins, fats, drinks, and even treats. The authors break down each of the 300 foods and provide the science behind the rankings so readers can fully understand why some foods are better than others. In the end, readers will see how easy it is to create a healthy diet that maximizes the goals of achieving and maintaining great health.

The Healthiest Kid in the Neighborhood

Author: James Sears
Publisher: Little, Brown Spark
ISBN: 0316055670
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
America's foremost childcare experts present a practical, appetizing, easy-to-follow eating plan for shaping children's tastes and metabolisms toward optimal health.

101 Foods That Could Save Your Life

Author: David Grotto
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553904515
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 466

Book Description
When it comes to food, nature provides a wealth of delicious choices. But each one also supplies unique health benefits. Leading nutritionist David Grotto reveals a wealth of power foods, from apples to yogurt, and explains why • A handful of cherries before bed can help you sleep better • Hot peppers may fight skin cancer • Potatoes may reduce the risk of stroke • Grape juice may be as heart-healthy as red wine • Honey can help wounds heal faster Each entry features a history of a food’s origin, a list of therapeutic benefits, information on scientific research, tips for use and preparation, and an appetizing recipe from a leading chef or nutritionist. Prepare to awaken your taste buds, lose weight, and let the healing begin!

101 Recipes for a Healthy Kids Diet

Author: Minute Help Guides
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781500970222
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 120

Book Description
Bad eating habits is linked to everything from juvenile diabetes to ADHD. Raising a productive child means raising a healthy child...but keeping your kids healthy is hard work! Most parents simply do not have time to spend hours in the kitchen. If you want your kids to be happy and healthy, then you need this book! Nearly all of the 100+ recipes can be prepared in only minutes! (Cooking time varies) What parent doesn't have minutes to spend to make sure their child doesn't have health problems later in life? From sack lunches to healthy snacks, there's something for everyone here.

Nutrition 101

Author: Debra Raybern
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780981695426
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 448

Book Description
Nutrition 101: Choose Life! is a three-in-one family nutrition and health program for all ages that presents the major body systems, how they function, their common health issues, the benefits of good food and the consequences of bad food. Its 448 pages include six units: -The Brain and Nervous System -Digestion and Elimination -Respiration and Olfactory -Muscular and Skeletal Systems -Cardiovascular and Immune Systems -Endocrine System and Emotions. Biblically based and packed with hands-on activities, science and art projects and nearly 80 family-friendly recipes, this program teaches and reinforces the why's of what we should eat, not just "because I said so." Containing a complete reference guide filled with nutrition facts, charts, practical tips and an exhaustive index, this book will serve as a constant resource for improved health and abundant living.

The Speedy Sneaky Chef

Author: Missy Chase Lapine
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 0762443618
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 316

Book Description
New York Times bestselling author Missy Chase Lapine inspired legions of parents to "sneak" good food into their children's meals with The Sneaky Chef. Now she extends her concept of "sneakiness" into "speediness": giving her fans 75 all-new healthy recipes that they can prepare in a flash. Missy knows that most parents rely on packaged foods to feed their families, and she'll show how to reap the benefits of convenience foods without sacrificing nutrition, including: Quick fixes for jarred tomato sauce, mac-and-cheese, pancake mixes and cereals. Clever Shortcuts that will get weeknight cooks out of the kitchen in a hurry. Info on navigating options in the supermarket, what to look for when choosing packaged foods, shaving minutes -- and calories -- from every shopping trip. Recipes that are dense in nutrients, while low in calories, fat, sodium, and sugars. Fast tips such as "Sneaky Swaps" and "Sneaky Supercharges" that will kick meals up a notch. Best of all, The Speedy Sneaky Chef offers the best thing of all: time! Less time in the kitchen means more family time. Plus there's the peace of mind of knowing that meals are not just convenient, but healthy.

The Healthiest Food for Kids

Author: Emma Cookbooks
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158

Book Description
Hi and welcome to 'The Healthiest Food for Kids: The Complete Guide Healthy Recipes for Parents'. We are happy you decided to check out our book! In this first part, we'll cover the role of macro-nutrients and some important micro-nutrients for children and which foods to find them in. We'll also guide you through the basics of portion size control. We will also learn about growth charts and how much food is enough for your child. Many of you probably used growth charts routinely when your children were babies, but as school started, things likely got busy and perhaps this hasn't been done as often. This part, we will look at the importance of routinely using growth charts. Let's get started.What will we cover?In this book, you'll learn:I.What is in food and drinks and how they influence growth and development?II.How much and which foods are enough for children to meet nutrition guidelines.III.Nutrient intake targets for children.IV.How health messages and food marketing influence children.V.Managing common food behavior during childhood.VI.Practical guidance toward healthy household eating habits.

Yummy! What & Why? - Healthy Foods for Kids - Nutrition Edition

Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1541905814
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
With the plethora of unhealthy food options, how do you encourage your child to eat healthy? Well, you make him/her understand the benefits, of course. If plan talk will not get the job done then this beautiful picture book will. Read this in place of a bedtime story or during “down” times at home. There’s plenty to learn from in each page. Grab a copy now.

Red Light, Green Light, Eat Right

Author: Joanna Dolgoff
Publisher: Rodale Books
ISBN: 160529229X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 275

Book Description
Childhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions: More than 18 million American children are considered obese and are at risk for health problems. In fact, today's generation of kids may be the first to experience shorter life spans than their parents. Leading pediatrician Dr. Joanna Dolgoff's Red Light, Green Light, Eat Right teaches kids how to make healthy choices based on the principles of the traffic light: green light foods are nutritious, yellow light foods are eaten in moderation, and red light foods are occasional treats. The program, which has a proven 96 percent success rate, can be tailored to suit any child's age, gender, and weight goals. Snacks and meals are designed to ensure that kids get the nutrients they need to not only lose or maintain weight, but to grow strong, healthy bodies. Complete with sample menus, recipes, and an index of more than 1,000 color-coded foods, Red Light, Green Light, Eat Right provides a practical solution for one of the biggest health crises facing America's children.