(Family Features) Traditional family activities like trick-or-treating create fun moments and memories, but the effects of COVID-19 on this Halloween will bring about change for the spooky excitement. You can still ensure a special night for your little ones and all the ghouls, goblins and ghosts in your neighborhood by following safety measures aimed at keeping everyone … [Read more...]
Gluten Lifestyle Myth Busting
Whether you are pro-gluten-free or you think the diet is totally bogus, you have probably heard arguments for both sides. Some people say gluten is bad for you, others say it does no harm; some call the diet a fad, others reason it’s a lifestyle choice. You aren’t sure how to separate fact from fiction—all you know is that you want to be healthy. These seven arguments are … [Read more...]
Scary Good
(Family Features) Introducing kids to unfamiliar flavors doesn’t have to be a frightful experience. Getting creative and taking cues from some beloved characters may be all it takes for families to explore produce in a new way and discover how delicious, satisfying and enjoyable fresh fruits and vegetables can be. A passion for produce may begin with America’s favorites, … [Read more...]
A guide for beginners to gluten free diet
Gluten free is not a fad diet. It’s a way of life, much like veganism and vegetarian or even pescetarianism. While its purpose is to eliminate gluten from one’s diet, it has recently gained popularity due to fitness gurus and influencers selling it as another form of clean eating. Some even believe that it is healthier than having gluten in your diet, but there has been no hard … [Read more...]
Top Five Back-to-School Health Boosters for Kids
For many, the shift from a serene summer routine to a more rigorous, action-packed school schedule can easily cause back-to-school burnout. It's a hectic time for parents?but it's even more stressful for kids. Now is the time to pay attention to their nutritional and self-care habits to keep their bodies and brains in tip-top shape from the minute the school bell rings. Family … [Read more...]