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April 2, 2013 | Posted in: Kids Corner | Tags: Healthy Eating, kids, picky eating
Parents of toddlers, has this happened to you?
You carefully prepare a well balanced healthy meal for your little one, and present it to them with love in your heart, hoping to see them devour it with glee.
Then, your little angel picks out just one of the meal’s components to eat and throws the rest on the floor.
I feel your pain. I’ve been there too.
+ MOREMarch 26, 2013 | Posted in: Heathy Eating | Tags: oils and fats, coconut oil
Today's blog is written by Carolyn Berry.
Carolyn is a UBC dietetic intern with Vancouver Coastal Health.
As a self-proclaimed foodie, Carolyn has a passion for cooking and experimenting in the kitchen. Visit her blog Wealth of Health for tips and healthy recipes.
+ MOREMarch 25, 2013 | Posted in: Physical Activity | Tags: kids, fun, activities
A long weekend full of spring celebrations and eating is upon us.
While for some of us, a family dinner is the main focus during this weekend of celebration, we also need to remember that being active with your family is essential and FUN! It’s encouraging to know that many families across the province will be celebrating together by doing some arts and crafts and fun outdoor games such as scavenger hunts over the weekend. This is awesome! + MORE
March 19, 2013 | Posted in: Heathy Eating | Tags: meal planning, Tips
It can often be a challenge to eat all of the food a large recipe makes. My co-worker’s son screamed, “No more paneer!” at the dinner table the other night when he was served the same dish for a third day in a row. I’m also no stranger to slogging through the same meal for days on end just to get through a recipe.
Eating the same meal day in and day out can be uninspiring. It can also make it tough to meet your nutrient needs.
+ MOREMarch 14, 2013 | Posted in: Physical Activity | Tags: osteoporosis, physical activity, fitness
Today’s blog focus is on osteoporosis and why it’s so important to engage in activity that improves the health of your musculoskeletal system (muscles, bones, & joints).
Did you know that the costs associated with osteoporosis in British Columbia are estimated to be $322 million annually.
What is osteoporosis? + MORE
