Keeping Kids Fit During the Summer Vacation
June 15th 2010 05:39
Juicy Juice Sparkling Fruit Juice Beverages contain no added sugar, artificial colors or flavors. The new beverages blend 70 percent real fruit juice with 30 percent lightly carbonated water and are an excellent source of Vitamin C. Each flavor offers the goodness of real fruit juice and counts as one serving of fruit toward the daily recommended intake.
"When it comes to children's nutrition, it's all about balance, and parents have the power to steer their kids toward better options," said Claudia Gonzalez, MS RD. "Summer in particular can often be a challenging time for good nutrition, which is why it's important to establish a summer routine that involves a balanced diet and plenty of physical activity." To help keep kids on the right track during meal and snack times, Gonzalez recommends the following:
-- Involve your kids. Work with your kids to create a menu for the week,
shop for ingredients and prepare their meals each day. If you are on
the go, work with kids to plan healthy snacks that they can have in
between meal times. This will ensure that they are engaged and excited
about eating well because they have a hand in deciding the options.
-- Simplify Snacks. It's easy to incorporate summer's seasonal fruits
into every meal. Keep fresh berries in the fridge and add them to
cereal or on salads for a refreshing twist. Create little dippers with
fresh veggies that can be dipped in yogurt or hummus for a tasty treat
between meal times.
-- Skip the Soda. Water is always a great option for kids who are out in
the hot sun. If your child wants a sweeter beverages at snack or meal
times, skip the soda and grab a beverage that delivers on nutrition
and taste. Real fruit juice with no added sugar is a good choice, so
long as it is consumed in moderation and is part of an overall healthy
diet.
-- Plant a Garden. Teach children from the ground up about healthy eating principles and the importance of a well-rounded diet. Grab a shovel, some seeds and the family and head outdoors for some fun in the sun. Gardening is a great way to also get physical activity in for the whole family. Don't have a backyard? No problem. Visit your local community garden or buy a small planters box for your window ledge or balcony.
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