Healthy Eating for Kids Charlotte NC

Maintaining kids' healthy eating habits can be challenging for many moms but this is especially true in the summer when high fat foods and ice cream snacks seem to tempt us at every beach party, amusement park and BBQ. In fact, Urbanmoms.ca reports that 50 per cent of Canadian moms take their focus off nutrition in July and August and indulge in summer favourites such as hot dogs, hamburgers and frozen treats.

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By Amy Snider, Professional Home Economist

(NC)—Maintaining kids' healthy eating habits can be challenging for many moms but this is especially true in the summer when high fat foods and ice cream snacks seem to tempt us at every beach party, amusement park and BBQ. In fact, Urbanmoms.ca reports that 50 per cent of Canadian moms take their focus off nutrition in July and August and indulge in summer favourites such as hot dogs, hamburgers and frozen treats.


This summer resolve to keep up the nutritious habits you've worked to instill throughout the year. Cooking with tofu even once a week can add healthy variety to summer meals. There are many ways to use tofu on the grill, for example in burgers or shish kebabs. Tofu tastes delicious, contains no cholesterol or trans fat and is low in sodium and low in saturated fat. For growing kids, tofu is also a source of calcium.


One of my favourite summer treats is tofu-based Banana Berry Popsicles which pack a nutritious punch and are bound to be a hit with kids (and adults!) on a hot day.


Start by puréeing one (300 g) twin package of Sunrise Banana Dessert Tofu with six medium strawberries and a spoonful of honey (or to taste) in a blender. For an even greater antioxidant boost, add 1/4 cup of blueberries. Pour into popsicle molds or cups with a popsicle stick. Freeze for four to six hours (or overnight for best results). It's as easy as 1-2-3 and takes only five minutes to get these delicious pops into the freezer. Why buy those sugary pops anymore?


For more delicious summer recipe ideas and lots of tips for preparing tofu, visit www.sunrise-soya.com.


- News Canada

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