Grocery List. Good Cheese Alternatives

By Kid Kritics | February 7, 2012

When you need or want to enjoy good-tasting cheese alternatives, you'll be glad to know there are many good ones to choose. Be it almond, rice or soy-based, Lisanatti makes them so delicious that the Kid Kritics awarded their products their Seal of Approval. That's should speak loudly to you! Lisanatti vegetarian cheese alternatives look, taste and melt like regular cheese. The melting part is really important when making recipes such as grilled cheese.

Their almond, rice and soy cheeses come as mozzarella, cheddar, as sticks, in chunks or shredded. They use organic and non-GMO ingredients. No trans or saturated fats. Gluten and cholesterol free. Low in sodium and good sources of calcium and protein. Have I given you enough reasons to try some? Once you start, you'll be come a loyal fan.

… for the health of your family,
ellen

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Please, don’t go down this road with your kids.

By Kid Kritics | January 26, 2012

"Hooked on chicken nuggets: Girl, 17, who has eaten nothing else since age TWO rushed to hospital after collapsing." *

Apparently this teenager has never eaten fruit or vegetables. Now she is in hospital with swollen veins in her tongue, has anemia and has been warned that she was killing herself.

You say, no way this can happen. I say, "Yes Way." Too many times I have has parents tell me, "My son/daughter will only eat chicken nuggets so that's what I give him or her. They refuse to eat anything else." I simply look at them and wonder who's the boss. Moms and dads, you have to guide your children away from the wrong decisions and to the right ones. Sometimes that is easier said than done, yet, the alternative can be deadly.

Keep in mind you may be working against addictions. Unfortunately, ingredients put in some foods are purposely habit forming. Take charge now and avoid disaster later. I am using strong words. Don't underestimate the consequences. Steer your kids into making better food choices today and tomorrow.

… for the health of your family,
ellen

P. S. Please pray for this girl.

* This is a report from the U.K.

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Healthy Kid Survey by YMCA… time to take action!

By Kid Kritics | April 13, 2011

"Most kids don’t come close to getting enough exercise daily and don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables: 62% of 1,630 parents with children ages 5 to 10 say their kids eat junk food one to four days a week. Only 14% of parents say their kids eat at least five fruits and vegetables a day.These results shed light on the reasons for the childhood obesity epidemic. About a third of children in the USA are overweight, which puts them at higher risk for type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and other health problems."*

We know you care. That's why we have the Kid Kritics program so you can serve you family healthier foods they will like! Lean on it to up your kid's
consumption of fruits and vegetables and to down their odds of being overweight and sick. By the way, hundreds of YMCA children are Kid Kritics!

Come see us at the Boca Raton, FL. YMCA "Healthy Kids Day" event this Saturday! Or, find one in your neighborhood and have some fun with your kids!

… for the health of your family,
ellen and sally

* Hellmich, Nanci, "Survey: Kids Lack Exercise, Healthful Foods", USA Today, www.usatoday.com/health, 4/13/11.

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RADIO GUEST: Eating Between the Lines author, Kimberly Stewart

By Kid Kritics | October 7, 2010

How the heck do you know what your are really eating? Labels are confusing and most make you scratch your head. What is the truth about behind Food Labels? Kimberly Steward took the time needed to research and reveal what you need to know about eggs, fish, oils and more. She'll be your Shopper's Guide so have your pen and paper ready to take notes. Call in with your questions on our Toll FREE number: 877-486-3450 .. for the health of your family. www.BetterFoodChoicesRadio.com ,10/8, Noon EST, or FREE on iTunes.

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RADIO GEM: Eat Fat, Burn Fat – thermogenises

By admin | June 4, 2010

When you eat fat it increases the thermos in your body which is known as thermogenisis. This is the process of heat production in organisms. Valerie Berkowitz and Dr. Sally Byrd reminded us of this welcomed reality during our radio show. Eating fat, trans fat excepted, along with some low-sugar carbs will drive your furnace to burn calories and help you lose weight. Side note: for the best results, eat twice as many Omega 3 fats (fish, walnuts, avocadoes, legumes, berries, peas, flaxseeds, dark green vegetables …) as Omega 6 fats (corn, soy, corn oil, safflower oils & seeds, primrose oil, sesame oil & seeds, nuts, meat …) Most Americans are eating a 14 to 20 – 1 ratio – reason why so many are obese and sick. Make the right fat decisions. Reference The Stubborn Fat Fix for help. For more, listen to “Eat Fat? Yes or No.” on iTunes.