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Diets for Vegans

Veganism is a way of life. Vegans won’t exploit animals in any way and don’t support cruelty to animals, which means that vegans won’t eat animals or use them for clothing. Vegans differ from vegetarians by not eating products that come from animals, such as eggs or milk. Vegans only eat plant-based foods. If you, as the mother of your family, are vegan, chances are the whole family adopts this lifestyle, too. To get the proper nutrients, vegan families have to know about the types of food available for them.

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Healthy Sandwich Recipe for Kids

A sandwich might be the quintessential lunchtime food. A healthy sandwich incorporates three or more of the food groups in an easy-to-eat package. When you are making a sandwich for your child, however, you need to make sure to choose the healthiest ingredients. Some of your old stand-bys may not be as healthy as you think. For example, many jams and jellies are little more than extra sugar, but an all-fruit version is a healthy choice. Make healthy sandwiches that your kids will love.

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How Do I Get Kids to Eat Vegetables and Fruits?

The likelihood of a dinnertime meltdown of confirmed vegaphobes increases proportionally to the number of green foods on his plate. Broccoli, spinach and Brussels sprouts are healthy foods that look attractive on the plate — and stay there. You need to use your culinary wiles to get your picky eaters to eat a healthy diet sometimes, but extra efforts pay off in their good health and your peace of mind.

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How to Relieve Pregnancy Constipation

There are plenty of uncomfortable topics in the world of pregnancy, not the least of which is constipation. Constipation is a normal symptom of pregnancy. The discomfort of irregular bowel movements comes as a result of hormones, those chemicals causing all kinds of havoc in your body. Hormones can relax your digestive system, allowing your body to absorb everything it can from your food, which can slow down your bowel movements. Many pregnant women experience this discomfort.

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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.