Who doesn’t love cookies after a hard day at school? Just the thought conjures wonderful childhood memories.
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August 27, 2012
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August 25, 2012
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I’m just going to say it…it’s time to take back the afternoon snack! My sweet tooth can be a powerful and convincing driver in my snack choices, but honestly, packaged cookies aren’t snacks.
August 15, 2012
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The final meal of the day is about much more than rounding out your nutritional requirements.
August 13, 2012
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Sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and soy nuts work great as alternatives to nut butters. Learn how to make your own seed butter.
August 8, 2012
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We’ve pulled together a primer in nutrition for kids and teens making it much easier to get through the meals and milestones of childhood.
August 5, 2012
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Here are easy tips for nutrition-packed breakfasts that get the grade.
August 3, 2012
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I’m a mom who definitely does NOT have it all figured out. I am learning as I go and once I think I’ve got a handle on something, the game changes. What’s up with that?!? That’s why I love tip swapping. I’ll take all the ideas I can get and I’ll happily share what’s worked (sometimes) for me. I hope I’m not jinxing myself, but the lunch routine I established to feed my picky’ish preschooler is still running pretty smoothly after a year.
August 1, 2012
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If you’re looking for the best and best-tasting foods, here are 10 tips for healthier food choices. Consider this your cheat sheet!
August 1, 2012
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Ace the aisles! Whether you’re off to a dorm room or your first apartment, take charge of your cart and choose from a huge selection of carefully sourced products to start the school year off right.
September 12, 2011
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Break the bad-for-you fast food grip with convenient sandwich meals — no cooking required. What more can busy parents ask for?
September 11, 2011
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Healthy eating guru Mary shares her kid’s favorite ways to fuel up on nutritious breakfasts before zooming off to school and beyond.
September 5, 2011
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Make lunches easy to eat with these ideas for no-fork, no-spoon, no-cooking–required finger foods — perfect for kids and adults alike.
September 3, 2011
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Help us fund school gardens. Every seed planted sprouts a new opportunity for kids to cultivate healthy eating habits. Donate now!
August 27, 2011
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Want to make an impact on what your kids are eating in their school lunchroom? Get inspiration from a school district in Texas!
August 24, 2011
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Looking for a kid-friendly DIY gardening project? Turn your recyclables into a windowsill container garden in just a few steps!
August 23, 2011
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Comment on this blog post about your favorite healthy snack for a chance to win a $100 gift card from us plus a set of snack-packing essentials and a $25 gift card from The Container Store.
August 20, 2011
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Mushrooms grow in recycled coffee grounds in just 10 days! Learn how you can help Back to the Roots donate mushroom growing kits and sustainability curriculum to an elementary classroom of your choice.
August 19, 2011
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Nutritionally balanced kids can make for nutritionally balanced adults. Learn how to build a healthy foundation with your kids and teens.
August 18, 2011
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Healthy eating starts at home! Kick off the new school year with these ideas for setting the stage for nutritional and educational success.
August 16, 2011
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Could your school use a $2K to help plant or expand a school garden? Apply for a Whole Kids Foundation Garden Grant today!
August 12, 2011
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Don’t get stuck in a (lunch)box — here’s a toolbox of tricks for packing nutritious and delicious lunches!
August 11, 2011
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We’ve teamed up with The Container Store to offer healthy lunch ideas, packing tips and a $100 gift card giveaway to stock up on the perfect containers!
August 7, 2011
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Our recently launched Whole Kids Foundation has partnered with FoodCorps to help implement a School Garden Grant Program.
August 6, 2011
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Happy school year! Find out how to make smart food choices for smart kids (and adults)!
August 5, 2011
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Which facts about kids’ and teens’ health are most important? Learn what questions to ask about children’s health…and beyond!
September 22, 2010
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September 11, 2010
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September 7, 2010
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As their name suggests, essential fatty acids (EFAs) are a critical component of children’s health. Learn why, where to find them, the difference between omega-3s and omega-6s, and how to easily incorporate them into your child’s diet.
Dr. Marie Rodriguez is a licensed naturopathic physician who uses nutritional counseling, herbal medicine, homeopathy and energy medicine to treat the whole person.
September 5, 2010
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With the school year starting, it's a good time for a quick review of how we can help our kids eat better. This isn't groundbreaking stuff, but when we are setting school year patterns in September, it's helpful to make sure our good intentions are top of mind.
Preschool to Preteen
September 1, 2010
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August 28, 2010
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Looking for a simple and nutritious after school snack for the kids? Look no further! Our Banana Nice Cream recipe is a fast and fresh treat - free of refined sugars - and it takes only a few minutes to prepare.
Watch Mary and her daughters, Josephine and Helen, whip up this snack and talk about how they could get creative with different ingredients.
August 27, 2010
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To help power an afternoon of learning and growing, experts say a nutritious lunch should include lots of fiber and whole grains, some protein and healthy fat, a veggie and just a bit of natural sugar, like a piece of fresh fruit.
August 17, 2010
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August 16, 2010
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The kids are heading back to school, and it's time for packing up those lunchboxes. Of course, you want to pack something that's easy, portable, fresh, healthy and tasty... oh, and also something the kids will love.
August 16, 2010
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One of the best things about late summer is all of the wonderful fruits available: peaches, grapes, melons, berries, the list goes on and on. But as we head into the fall and the back to school season, you may be on the hunt for a tasty apple to add to those lunch boxes. It's a tricky time of year for apples as the selection of domestic fruit is limited and the new season has not quite started (unless you are fortunate enough to have a local supply that is already underway!).
August 15, 2010
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August 12, 2010
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Put Salad Bars in Schools!
If highly processed chicken nuggets and artificially flavored popsicles aren't your idea of a healthy lunch, get involved and help make school lunches healthier. Let’s give kids in your area a fresh start!What are kids eating at school?
August 12, 2010
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This is an encore presentation of a podcast from last summer.
Do you wonder if the reasons you choose natural foods for your kids could also apply to toothpaste? Learn about the choices and get tips for natural oral care products that work well—and taste great—for even the pickiest kids.
Do you wonder if the reasons you choose natural foods for your kids could also apply to toothpaste? Learn about the choices and get tips for natural oral care products that work well—and taste great—for even the pickiest kids.
August 10, 2010
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Our August/September issue of The Whole Deal value guide is full of bright ideas for back-to-school basics like brainy breakfasts. August 9, 2010
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Now, I don't know about you, but one of my favorite things to do with delicious whole grain and sprouted grain breads is create an amazing sandwich! August 8, 2010
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Don’t know where to start when it comes to products designed for children? Join us as we clear up the confusion and outline the most important nutrients and supplements to support growing kids and teens.
Malia Curran holds Masters degrees in Nutrition Science and Public Health from Tufts University School of Nutrition and School of Medicine. She is a nutrition consultant, speaker and mother of 2 young children.
August 7, 2010
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Thanks to Jimmy Dunne, President of Inspire — a music and branding company partnering on music initiatives with Whole Foods Market — for providing this blog post.
As you’re navigating through the glitter, glam, and superheroes this back-to-school season, you’re bound to get a little nostalgic of your own childhood. We want to help you embrace the memories with three fantastic new albums that harken back to a different age… Read on for an opportunity to win a gift bag of all three CDs!
Sting - Symphonicities
August 1, 2010
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Tell us what’s for lunch and you might win a $50 gift card.