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Although the days of using the food pyramid are long gone, the USDA recognizes the importance of variety at mealtimes. The new recommendations are summarized as the “MyPlate” method, which visually communicates how the diet should include all of the major food groups (grains, protein, fruits, veggies, and dairy) in appropriate proportions. These guidelines can be used at all meals to ensure a child’s macronutrient and micronutrient needs are being met; all are equally important. Get your kids involved – teach them about MyPlate using coloring pages, plan meals with them using recipes, and let kids build their plates accordingly – using the sources at https://www.myplate.gov/life-stages/kids.
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Sodium is an essential nutrient that the body needs in limited quantities. If eaten in excess amounts over many years, it can contribute to many chronic conditions such as hypertension and obesity. Unfortunately 90% of children exceed their recommended amounts, which can alter their taste buds and predispose them for early-onset health issues. Limiting sodium before, during, and after preparation can be achieved with attention and time.
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- Avoid processed foods such as boxed or frozen meals, which contributes > 75% of daily sodium intake in the American diet. Prepare as many meals using whole and real ingredients (or their sodium-free options) as much as possible.
- Choose foods with < 140-200mg of sodium per serving while shopping.
- Rinse off canned vegetables and legumes before cooking or serving to wash off some of the salt.
- Limit table salt that is added during and after cooking. Choose sodium free herbs, seasonsings, and spices instead.
- Here’s a quick rule of thumb for you - “You can add salt to your meal, but can't take out sodium that's already included in food products and meals.”
- Reference: https://www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/0217p22.shtml
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Oral hygiene is incredibly important for obtaining nutrition and overall health. The easiest way to maintain oral health and prevent bad breath, inflamed gums, or cavities is to have children consistently brush their teeth. This is never a fun task, however there are a few ways to make it an enjoyable experience that will keep their teeth clean and strong.
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- Brush after each meal consistently to set the routine.
- Lead by example; brush your teeth with them.
- Choose a fun shaped or colored toothbrush to build excitement.
- Let them take control of the toothbrush and then touch up those in the back as needed.
- Sing a song or set a timer to ensure enough time is given.
- Use fun and informative names for their different teeth like “biting” and “smiling” teeth.
- Praise and encourage them after they brush.
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The Online School Lunch Difference
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| Lunch lines and school cafeterias can make it difficult for schools to maintain social distancing. With HotLunch.com, foodservice providers can utilize a classroom-based distribution system to deliver lunch straight to a student’s classroom and maintain social distancing. |
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HotLunch.com is used by schools across North America! With HotLunch.com you can easily manage school-lunch administration, publish lunch menus online, receive payments, and reduce time spent on managing parent transactions, including fundraising, after-school care, volunteering, and much more.
See For Yourself!
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| HotLunch.com Now Available in Spanish & French |
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| Our school lunch software is now available in Spanish and French, making it easier for schools around the world to utilize our school lunch system. This update allows more families to reap the benefits of HotLunch.com. |
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| Hotlunch.com partners to educate unprivileged girls |
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We are proud to partner with Ainiti.org, an organization that empowers and educates underprivileged girls through technology. Thanks to you, profits from Hotlunch.com will be used to support girls in need.
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| Abbie Hebron is a Registered Dietitian, specializing in pediatric nutrition (Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition). She graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Missouri State University, and then attended the University of Rhode Island where she earned her master's degree. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and was the recipient of South Carolina's Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year Award in 2022. In her free time, Abbie enjoys baking, traveling, hiking, and playing tennis with family and friends. |
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