As you shop for back to school supplies for your children, one of the things likely on your list is a new lunch box…..but “what kind should I buy?” is the question you are likely asking yourself. This is a very important, yet confusing topic for many parents, so we’ll post this again! Like you, […]
Although we hate to admit it, our summer is coming to a close. That being said, we still hope for a few more weeks of warm weather to enjoy. On a hot summer day, we always encourage drinking lots of water, but we also like to enjoy some fruity beverages as a treat on a […]
Last week we gave you an amazing delicious recipe for a healthy campground cook up, well there’s no better way to finish off a healthy meal around the campfire than with a delicious dessert. This dessert is a healthy alternative to most desserts and is also great for the campfire. Hopefully I will get a […]
With blueberry season in full swing there’s nothing better than getting the kids in the woods picking their own blueberries. Head out this weekend to get your stock of blueberries for the next few months. We love to have blueberries in the freezer all year round – they are easy to add to pancakes, muffins and cereals. […]
With many families planning camping trips the summer here is a healthy meal to prepare for your supper time cook up. If you plan ahead and prepare your meals ahead of time it makes enjoying a healthy meal possible, even in the woods! Try this simple recipe at your next cook up. Even if you’re not […]
With hot summer days in the forecast try this easy frozen treat packed full of fruit and fiber! Ensuring we are getting enough fruit and vegetables in our diet can sometimes be hard. By including fruits or vegetables in all meals and snacks we can ensure we are getting all the servings we need each […]
When the weather is nice their is nothing better then a backyard BBQ. Perhaps you have a BBQ planned for tomorrow’s Regatta – try this delicious recipe packed with a ton of healthy veggies and corn right off the grill. This salad also includes Avocado which is packed with heart healthy fats and loaded with […]
With many of our fridges and freezers full of fresh fish from the food fishery here in Newfoundland and Labrador, some of us may be wondering how to serve it up in a healthy way. Canada’s Food Guide recommends you eat at least two Food Guide servings of fish per week. One serving is equal to 75 grams […]
There are so many healthy recipes and suggestions available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks – which is wonderful! It allows us to have variety in our meals, while still eating healthy: But what about for those of us who have a sweet tooth? When trying to prepare a healthy dessert, many of us are […]
Not wanting to cook on these gorgeous sunny days? If you’re like most people, you rather spend the days at the park, beach or any place where you and your kids can take advantage of the sun! When heading out for the day, although often rushed, you should try to take time to plan your […]