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RADIO GEM: Enter Pamela’s Recipe Contest NOW!

ellenbriggs — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:43:09 +0000

Do you want to be added to a great group of moms and dads who have entered Pamela’s Annual Recipe Contest and win? Do you want Pamela to make, test and taste your creation and find it to be at least one of her favorites? Go to www.PamelasProducts.com and enter before the end of August. While there, check out all the recipes, including last year’s winner. You will find yourself salivating. The prizes are great so go for it!

Pamela has succeeded with her goal of making wheat/gluten free products taste better than ones made with wheat. We can assure you that because her baked and baking products are delicious, they are for everyone. The Kid Kritics were crazy in love with her Banana Bread recipe as well as other cookies and brownies. Look for their pictures and quotes on www.KidKritics.com. Put this brand on your shopping list!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

How much Soda does it take to overdose on sugar in a day?

ellenbriggs — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:25:26 +0000

It doesn’t take much soda to overdose on sugar in a day. On average, four ounces will do it. There about 6 teaspoons of sugar in an 8 oz. soda. A half cup has about 3 teaspoons. Kids should have about 2 teaspoons of sugar a day. Adults don’t need much more. When was the last time you saw a small 8 ounce container of soda? Kids, teens and adults drinks a lot more, a recipe for obesity, diabetes and depression. Drink ice cold water or diluted 100% fruit juice instead.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

RADIO GEM: COOL Summer RECIPES rerun, 7/13 @ NoonEST. It was that good!

ellenbriggs — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:23:36 +0000

Ellie Bottomley’s interview was clearly one of our best: COOL Summer RECIPES. We are rerunning it on Tuesday, 7/13 for those who missed it, and those who listened but know there was more to hear. Tips on shopping, storing and preparing fresh produce… recipes for breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. This is the best produced version. Tell your friends and tune in… or listen on iTunes at your leisure. It is worth every minute of your time. Life will get easier in the kitchen!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

RECIPE! This is one of the best.

ellenbriggs — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:07:00 +0000

We think that the posted Healthy Recipe Mom recipe is one of the best ever submitted. Stephanie was innovative and yet made this one so simple, fast, easy and delicious! Great finger food for kids. Be sure and try it!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Radio Gem: Grilling Dads were GREAT!(Click for Recipe)

ellenbriggs — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:11:12 +0000

So many great grilling tips, so many great recipes, so many ideas of how to grill healthier super delicious meals, including desserts, were shared by Jim and Jay Kridel that we are going to create a page on our website where you can read them all. You’ll get a teaser now, but you should really listen to this show on your iTunes!

Teaser: RECIPE – Grilled Pizza
                Buy a Pizza Stone (there are several sizes and shapes)
                Heat grill to medium heat
                Preheat stone until it is warm…not too hot
                Spread pizza dough on stone (pre-made, home-made, pita breads – thin is best)
                Pour desired sauce and toppings on top
                Place stone with pizza on grill
                Cook until dough is cooked with a bit crispy crust
                Serve!

KEY: make this a social event among your family – kids can make their own. At parties put out an array of toppings so everyone can custom make pizzas they love. You can’t go wrong with this entertainment formula!

… for the health of families,
ellen and sally

Carve a Watermelon Man!

ellenbriggs — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 12:59:02 +0000

The kids call him JackoMan. Carving watermelons is easier than pumpkins, and you can eat it afterwards. Have fun with your kids and create you own Jacko Man or Lady!

… for the health of your family.
ellen and sally

Radio Gems: Chips that eat like a meal – Really!

ellenbriggs — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:11:48 +0000

Falafel Chips (original) are chips that eat like a meal. Reason: they are made from a combination of 20 vegetables, herbs and spices! That means they are loaded with nutrients. Plus these chips are really low in sodium, high in fiber and protein. Gluten-Free, USDA Organic, No added sugar and they are absolutely crunchy delicious, just ask the Kid Kritics. Find them in Whole Foods, other health stores and soon in Costco and Trader Joe’s! (for more information go to www.flamousbrands.com)

Please know we are not paid to write these praises. We say what we think – that’s it. Finally a chip you can enjoy without guilt. So go buy some.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Young Chef Contest – cash prizes!

ellenbriggs — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:16:58 +0000

What a great opportunity for kids who like to cook! Kiwi magazine is holding its annual Young Chef Contest. You can just send in your recipes or add a video of the prep process – just like you see on the Food Network! Maybe your daughter is the next Martha Stewart or Rachael Ray. Your son could be an up and coming Bobby Flay. Have fun with this and maybe your kids will win some college money! Go to www.kiwimagonline.com for the details. We can’t wait to see who wins.

… for the health of families,
ellen

52% of Kids have had a Chronic Illness

ellenbriggs — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:02:44 +0000

This is why we do what we do. We get crazy when we see such numbers. It has been reported that more than half of all kids have suffered from chronic illness.* Most of these chronic diseases can be prevented. Most chronic illnesses are related to obesity.

Stop and take a look at your family. Stop with the junk food. Stop with the processed food.

Start feeding your kids God-made food for their God-made bodies. It is that simple. The Kid Kritics Approved Seal program, our websites, our newsletters, our radio shows, our books, our CDs, our in person speaking, our seminars – everything we do is focused on making it easy to eat healthier foods that taste good. You can do it. Get started now.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

* Liz Szabo, “More Kids Have Chronic Diseases”, USA Today, 2/17/10, p. 11B

Recipe: SUPER Easy Amazingly Good TOMATO SOUP

ellenbriggs — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:08:33 +0000

EASY – SUPER EASY – TOMATO SOUPThank you Tree of Life

PREHEAT: Burner, medium

PAN: Medium to large sauce pan
TOOL: Immersion Blender, a soup maker’s best friend!

1 28 ounce can of Crushed Organic Tomatoes with Basil or Herbs

1 32 ounce carton of Organic Vegetable Broth, low-sodium

2 cups organic rice milk or organic heavy cream

Combine tomatoes and broth in sauce pan over moderate heat. When it begins to bubble, stir and add rice milk or cream. Reduce heat to low and let it continue to simmer gently for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally. Then take your immersion blender, place it in the middle of the pan, turn it on and blend until all the tomato bits are gone. Season as desired with sea salt. Sprinkle parsley flakes on top. Serve!

4 God-Made Colors: red, tan, white, green
4 Food Groups: fruit (tomatoes), vegetables (broth), grains or dairy, herbs

NOTES
We prefer the use of rice milk for a light and delicious soup. Heavy creamy is very rich and should be reserved for special dinners on occasion.

This soup is SO easy to make. The company making the organic crushed tomatoes with herbs has done the seasoning work for you. Enjoy it!

Tree of Life created this recipe and suggest you choose their brand of crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Go to www.treeoflife.com to find them in a store near you.