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Recipe of the Month

by Dani Health on   May 16, 2011

Recipe of the Month: Greek Quinoa
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is an ancient grain with the higest protein content of all whole grain. Not only is quinoa high in protein, but the protein it supplies is a complete protein (like meat and dairy).
If you are prone to migraines, try adding quinoa to your diet. Quinoa is [...]

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How to Help K-3

by Penny on   May 10, 2011

If you think your child is struggling at school, and they are in K-3, what should you do?
First, start with the school. If your child is minimally meeting or not meeting expectations in any area of the curriculum, make an appointment to meet the teacher. You need to find out if the difficulties are academic [...]

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Meet your 5 Super-Hero Foods!

by Dani Health on   May 4, 2011

Disease-Fighting Fungus, Surprise Antioxidant Agent, Super Starch, Protein and Fibre Powerhouse, and Heart-Friendly Legume!
These five super-hero foods typically get a bad rap, yet they all pack a nutritional punch! Can you guess what they are?
Nutrition News: May 2011 (link in left side bar)
Danielle Van Schaick, BASc(AHN), RD
Head Registered Dietitian
Dani Health & [...]

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How Can You Tell If Your Child is Struggling In School?

by Penny on   May 3, 2011

A reader reminded me I had promised to talk about this topic – thanks for keeping me accountable!
 So, is your child struggling in school? How can you tell? Are they having trouble because they are ‘lazy’? Is it because they are disinterested? Are they clashing with the teacher?
Low grades can be caused by a variety [...]

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Understanding the Connection between Metabolism, Calories and Weight

by Dani Health on   March 30, 2011

If you’re trying to lose weight, or know someone who is, please ready this month’s nutrition newsletter! We review some very important points to help you understand the connection between metabolism, weight, and the amount of Calories you eat each day.
Nutrition News April 2011 (link in left side bar)
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SMART Goals

by Penny on   March 20, 2011

I know I have written about goals before, but I want to revisit how to set goals as it is such an important skill for kids to learn!
We are 2/3rds of the way through the school year – with about 65 days left of class, so now is a really good time to sit down [...]

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Letting Go

by Into the Rabbit Hole on   March 7, 2011

As mothers we spend so much of our time and efforts on creating the ideal life for our children. We eat healthy while babe is in utero so they can get the best chance at life.  We read through book after book so we can be the best parent we can be and respond [...]

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New Calcium & Vit D Recommendations

by Dani Health on   February 6, 2011

New recommendations for calcium and vitamin D were released on Nov 30, 2010. Two changes that will affect many of us (mom’s) are:
1. Pregnant and lactating women do not need more calcium than their non-pregnant / non-lactating counterparts because during pregnancy and lactation the body is more efficient at absorption and utilization. Therefore, [...]

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