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Top 10 Kids Cereals

Navigating the cereal aisle with your child can be tricky. Many cereal boxes feature colorful cartoon characters that beg for your child’s attention. Meanwhile, the cereal inside the box isn’t usually not something you want your child eating first thing in the morning, if at all. Some cereals targeted at children have more sugar than a donut, according to “Consumer Reports.” Fortunately, hidden among the sugar-filled cereals are a few designed for children that are also nutritious. Look for cereals that are low in sugar and sodium and high in fiber.

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Healthy Tips For Your Child’s Lunchbox

Packing a lunch for your children can feel overwhelming when you are trying to make it healthy, and they want nothing but junk. There are many healthy foods that taste great, but sometimes just getting them to try something “healthy” is a struggle. Understanding some of the healthy lunchbox options and making it appealing can help you put together meals that will have your children eagerly looking forward to lunchtime.

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Super Foods for Kids

While you can use nearly any food to fill your kid’s belly, some foods provide greater nutritional value than others, and as a result are commonly referred to as “super foods.” By filling your child’s mealtime plate with there offerings, you can likely increase his overall health and ensure that he has all the nutrients he needs to grow big and strong.

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8 Quick, Easy & Healthy Breakfasts

Weve all heard it beforebreakfast is the most important meal of the day. But is it really? And does it really matter if youre one of the millions who skip it altogether? As registered dietitians, we dont like to slight any of our meals (we love them all!) but we do admit that having a nutritious breakfast is extremely important. Thats because eating a nutritious breakfast sets you up for a healthier day. Breakfast gives you the fuel that you deserve to start your day and it helps to prevent you from overeating later in the day. Thats probably why people who eat breakfast are best able to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Plus, it helps kids to stay more alert so they can concentrate better and be more creative.