Halloween is done, but sometimes the inclination of kidlets - and some adults - afterward and any time of year confronted with candy is to eat as much and as frequently as they can. The saying, though, that a little goes a long way couldn't be more true. More >>

To compete with the wall-to-wall sugary foods that fill most neighborhoods at Halloween, why not have some delicious and nutritious counter subterfuge on your kitchen counter? Keep the kidlets and adults less tempted with no-cook sugar-free truffles that take just minutes to 'get rolling'... More >>

It's flu shot season. If and when you take your kidlets to get flu shots (or along with you when you get one), consider a quick lesson that day either at home or at a restaurant about how good nutrition can help keep immunity up. The 10-second options that follow are delicious examples. More >>

Some years back, I remember a television actor making a public service announcement suggesting that parents have dinner with their kids maybe once or twice a week. I was flabbergasted - there actually had to be a public service announcement to tell people this?! Then I realized that in our society, we probably do... More >>

In Japan, the color red signifies energy and power and is often used as a color for heroic figures. This is a good description because when you include red fruits and vegetables in your child's meals, they will grow up strong like superheroes. More >>

...Wouldn't it be fun then to target some of those all-time, hearty favorites, add our own special touches and give them to Mom as treats in the days leading up to Mother's Day... More >>

When choosing a nutritious after school snack for your child there are many things to consider. More >>

Have you noticed all the journalistic space dedicated to the "dilemma" of getting little Junior to eat his veggies? More >>

Our stew pots often get put away with our winter coats. However, stew is a wonderful way to highlight and deliciously combine the flavors of spring as well. More >>

Easter baskets aren't just for kids. Those that include even just a single homemade touch make wonderful hostess gifts for a holiday brunch or dinner. Additions that are homey, from the heart and much appreciated, but they also help the Easter bunny keep his finances in order... More >>