(Family Features) Snacks are a way of life for people of all ages, but especially children, who consume about 25% of their daily calories from snacks, according to research published in the “Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior.” Providing nutritionally balanced snacks for your children at home can make for a happy and healthy day. Planning snacks that are as … [Read more...]
Four Easy Desserts that Look Hard to Make
Not everyone has the Martha Stewart or Betty Crocker gene. When it comes to making desserts, there's often a conflicting need to create something Instagram-worthy and not wanting to spend all day in the kitchen. Fortunately, some of the best-tasting, most beautiful desserts are quite easy to make. Here are four easy desserts that will make it look like you spent all day … [Read more...]
Restaurant consultant says gluten-free sorghum tops other grains for its taste and versatility
John Franke divulges why he loves to bake with sorghum flour If you’ve switched to a gluten-free diet, do you miss baking with all-purpose flour? You might want to try naturally gluten-free sorghum all-purpose flour. “It’s the closest to all-purpose flour that I’ve found,” confirms restaurant consultant John Franke. “I use it for everything from bread and biscuits … [Read more...]
Refresh Your Child’s Diet with Low-Sugar Options
(Family Features) Many families look to the new year as a time to reset their eating habits and focus on making healthier choices. However, adults aren’t the only ones who could use a menu refresh as children may also need to focus on healthier food choices. A study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed children consume an unhealthy amount of added sugar … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Finding Safe Gluten-Free Holiday Candy
Strolling down the candy aisle around Christmas time can be overwhelming even if you don’t have to avoid gluten, but when you do, it can be a serious (and daunting) challenge. What to Look for on the Label If you’re gluten-free, you already know wheat is on the “must avoid” list. Almost all traditional products containing flour as an ingredient contain wheat. While wheat is … [Read more...]