As families find themselves spending more time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, many also struggle with an increase in snacking throughout the day. Akron Children’s pediatrician Dr. Jennifer Valentic provides a few quick tips on how to manage snacking in a video from the American Academy of Pediatrics Parenting at Mealtime and Playtime program: […]
Recipe: Banana “Nice Cream”
Ingredients for 1 serving: 2 ripe bananas, chopped and frozen Milk of your choice (approximately ¼ cup) unsweetened almond milk was used in this recipe “Mix ins”: 1 Tbsp peanut butter ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tsp honey or maple syrup 1 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder Directions: In a food processor, add frozen bananas and […]
Here’s How to Counter Digital Junk-Food Marketing
Food and beverage marketers are finding new ways to reach children and teens on their mobile devices, and it may be affecting them in ways you’re not aware. The World Health Organization recently said mass marketing of unhealthy foods and sugary drinks on social media platforms, through mobile apps, online videos and games is contributing […]
3 Festive, Yet Healthy Snacks for Kids
Make the holidays even more exciting for little ones with these simple, tasty and healthy holiday snacks. They are sure to please and will keep kids coming back for more. Fruity candy canes Ingredients: 1 banana 4 to 5 strawberries Wash the strawberries and cut off the green stems. Slice bananas and strawberries, and then […]
7 Ways to Help Your Kids Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
You hear about the dreaded extra 10 pounds many adults gain this time of year, but kids, too, can pack on a few extra “L-Bs.” When you mix large amounts of goodies and extra calories with time off from school, when kids tend to indulge in sedentary activities, like watching TV and video games, you […]
