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School Cafeterias: Different Approaches To Serve Healthier Meals


It’s hardly a secret that American children, along with adults, are becoming heavier. According to a recent report in the International Journal of Pediatric Obesity, by 2010, nearly half the children in North America will be overweight or obese. These alarming statistics have increased the criticism and scrutiny of the foods […]

Tomato growin’


This journey began after I read The $64 Tomato by Bill Alexander. His gardening insanity is contagious, and I had a bad case after reading the book. I’ve never had much of a green thumb; I kill plants. Not intentionally, but time and again, it happens. What’s my secret? Oh, I […]

Sneaking Extra Nutrition into Family Meals


Your husband hates vegetables. Your stepchild won’t touch it if it doesn’t come in the form of a “familiar shape” or stick (see Supersize Me). Your toddler would rather fill up on watermelon and bread than get a little protein and veggies in their mouths. Perhaps your school-age child even comes running home demanding cookies, […]