Can you believe that it is already time to think about going back to school?   As a parent, you are probably anxious thinking about your child returning to school and dropping all the healthy habits they picked up this summer. From play to eating habits, your child’s daily routine is going to be thrown…

It’s a month into the school year and if you’re like the rest of us, you are probably running out of ideas about what to pack your kids for lunch. This is about the time when most of us lose the motivation to construct cute bento boxes and settle for something quick and easy. However,…

Have you been concerned with the recent increase in your child’s use of their phone and computer in their everyday life? Well, you are not alone.   Virtual work and online learning have become a major part of adolescent life. While screen time has been beneficial to school-aged children and for providing a platform for…

Did you know that almost 30 million children receive nutritious lunches every school day because of the National School Lunch Program? It’s important for children to get the nutrients they need to stay focused and concentrated in school. The National School Lunch Program has standards that ensure the nutritional needs of students are met so…

Did you know that about 82% of children in the US are considered to be in good health? It has been said that “the health of the child is the power of the nation.” Therefore, this October let’s show our support for children’s health, their families, and those that work to help them on National Child Health Day….

October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month!This goal of this month is to encourage families to gather around the table together at mealtimes. When families enjoy their main meals together, they tend to be more balanced with food choices.  It’s also a great way to spend time together during the week when everyone has…

Celebrate the “most important meal of the day” all week long in honor of National School Breakfast Week (NSBW)! Starting today through March8th, schools nationwide will be taking part in observing this year’s NSBW with the theme Start Your Engines with School Breakfast. This year’s theme was chosen to emphasize the importance of starting the…

With August winding down, now is a great time to look ahead and start preparing for the upcoming school year! We all know how hectic schedules can get, so planning ahead can really help you start the school year on the right foot! I do understand that packing lunch/snacks can be a bit hard to…

The summer can be a very busy time for families, from long days at camp to never-ending beach days, it can seem impossible to have structured family time. However, with school quickly approaching it’s important now more than ever to spend quality time with your children. This August, take the time to celebrate National Kids…

Every year, the School Nutrition Association (SNA) brings awareness to the School Breakfast Program (SBP) for schools. National School Breakfast Week is the SNA’s opportunity to bring more awareness to their SBP. The SNA is a collaboration of over 57,000 members who share the vision of providing high-quality, low-cost meals to kids in schools across…

Nothing is more fun to do during the cold winter months than baking with your family. February has been designated as National Bake for Family Fun Month and that’s reason to celebrate! Baking is a great way to spend valuable time with your family, from selecting and shopping for ingredients to baking and enjoying the…

Did you know that 1 in 3 children are currently overweight or obese? That number continues to grow at an alarming rate! This is why today is a very important day. It marks the start of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.   Childhood obesity increases a child’s risk of developing preventable diseases as an adult,…

This week is National School Breakfast Week!  This is a weeklong celebration of the school breakfast program that is always celebrated during the first full week in March.  It highlights how eating a nutritious breakfast helps children fuel up for success in the classroom and beyond.  The theme for this year’s celebrations is “Take the…

It is time to get you and your family excited because January is National Family Fit Lifestyle Month! Family Fit Lifestyle Month is the best time for the whole family to create healthy lifestyle habits together.   Life can get busy but that doesn’t mean that you have to stop being healthy. It is recommended…

Kids Eat Right Month By Charna Sheinfeld,  Nutrition Intern August is the month chosen by the academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to celebrate Kids Eat Right Month.  How fitting is it, that as children are continuing to enjoy their summer break, as well as prepare for the upcoming school year, that we highlight the importance…

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, with 1 in every 4 deaths resulting from the condition.  Though genetic predisposition plays a role in developing cardiovascular disease, the reason why the incidence of this disease has reached exponential numbers is likely a result of poor lifestyle choices, including a high…

There are some children who consume upwards of 50% of their calories at school, so the foods offered there can have a big impact on their health. “The goal of the school lunch program was, and is, to ensure that students receive enough nutrition to be healthy and to learn” said Rep. Steve King, regarding…