Katrin and Liz, moms of twins, each have 2 ways to feed their kids vegetables.  Katrin relies on soups and sauces to sneak in cauliflower, squash, and some greens.  Her sauces are red based.  Liz has several mac and cheese and smoothie recipes where she adds orange, white and green vegetables.  Her kids’  favorite “power” smoothie is a combination of berries, especially the blue and dark red ones, bananas, carrots and spinach.  Both moms are sending us their recipes which we will have taste tested  by the Kid Kritics.  Then we’ll share them with  you.  In the meantime, get brave and disguise some phyto-nutrient filled vegetables in your favorite recipes.  (For more go to iTunes!)

… for the health of families,
ellen and sally

Do you know the meaning of “USDA Grade A”  eggs?  This is not a safety standard.  It simply means the egg company hired someone to line up eggs which are the same size and color with shells that are evenly clean – no blemishes.  There are also Grade AA and B eggs. This is a marketing practise and you may even be paying a premium for it. For safety, organic is your best bet.  Cage-Free from reputable companies are good choices as well.  Eggs are such a potent source of nutrients that every penny spent for  good one is an invaluable investment.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Double or triple the wiggling, running, jumping, laughing, crying, and hugging. Is it really that different from having two, three, four or more children in your home at time who are different ages?  Meet two moms who gave birth to twins.  Both have learned how to manage multiples with a smile. They are here to share their stories, their successes and failures and help you make it easier to feed and care for your kids, regardless of their ages.  Listen for their tested tips on how to raise your children, one at a time, even when you have a house full. Tune in, 9/3, Noon EST, www.BetterFoodChoicesRadio.comor listen on iTunes for Free… for the health of your family.

Three great items to put on your Lunch Box Grocery List are: 50% Reduced Fat Cheddar Minis (Cabot Creamery), Baby Carrots (organic) in Ranch Dressing (Earthbound Farm) and Veggie Sticks (EatSmart Naturals). Sources of dairy, vegetables and essential fatty acids (dressing). They are healthier choices, easy to pack, and kids love them. For more go to www.KidKritics.com.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Cantaloupe is filled with nutrients that feed your nerves, bones, lungs, eyes, skin, nose (olfactory), brain, hair and nails. It’s in season. Great time for fresh cubes or slices in fruit cups and salads, as a sorbet with lime, or plain with a squeeze of lemon topped with a mint leaf. Enjoy it!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

Start early – read them their favorite book at meal time, only turning pages after they eat a bite of food. No bite, no turning pages; with each bite the story continues. You will provide positive motivation, distraction from what they are eating, and you’ll teach them reading is a reward. This works! Be sure not to overload their plates. For new foods, put just a tablespoon or less in front of them. They can always ask for more. Too much is a turn off. Turn them on with books! (For more picky eater tips, please listen to this show on iTunes-for free!)

… for the health of families,
ellen and sally

Deirdre, a lifetime picky eater and now mother of one, shares her stories, her struggles and successes – food tips.  She is open, clever and a lot of fun.  If you have a picky eater, and odds are you do, be sure to tune in, Friday, August 27 at Noon, EST. www.BetterFoodChoicesRadio.com or listen on iTunes for free.

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally