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Posts by Author: Nicole Spain, MS, RDN
January 8, 2024
What is National Milk Day?
Milk is a nutritional powerhouse for growing children. It fuels learning, gives the body energy to play, helps develop strong bones and teeth, and builds and repairs muscles!
January 5, 2024
Cauliflower: A Praise-Worthy Veggie
We want to introduce you and your family to CAULIFLOWER. We hope you will join the Veggies Early & Often campaign at home by being a role model for children through cooking and eating a balanced, plant-forward diet!
December 20, 2023
Mindful Eating During the Holidays
It’s far too easy to overindulge during this time of year. I am planning to practice mindful eating during the holiday season and want to share some tips to help you do the same.
December 6, 2023
Creamy Cheddar Chicken and Broccoli
We’re closing out another year of delicious recipes with a warm (and cheesy!) oven-baked dish. It’s packed with protein and gives you a sneaky way to add vegetables to the menu.
November 6, 2023
Endless Ways to Use Greek Yogurt
Greek yogurt is versatile and tastes great! Here are a few ways to enjoy it throughout the day.
October 9, 2023
Serve Butternut Squash Three Ways
Try one of our delicious Grow Fit-inspired recipes at home to share butternut squash with your family. We’re sharing three ways to use it and each one is packed with great flavors!
October 5, 2023
Winter Squash Soup
Soups are also a great way to share excellent nutrients with our family to set them up for success during cold and flu season!
September 8, 2023
Fall in Love With Carrots!
This month we want to highlight the benefits and versatility of CARROTS!
September 7, 2023
Sweet Gingered Carrots
If your child needs a little nudge to eat their veggies, this is the perfect recipe to try because carrots release a wonderful sweetness when cooked.
August 14, 2023
Healthy Back to School Breakfasts
It’s important to set your little one up for success by making sure their bodies and minds are properly nourished and ready for a full day of activities and learning.
August 3, 2023
Zucchini: A Summertime Favorite
Zucchini can be prepared in many ways or even enjoyed raw! Here are some quick ideas for how to incorporate it into more of your meals!
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