Nutrition and Recipe Information

• Limit Juice Consumption
  The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children have less than 6 ounces per day
   
• Limit Soda Consumption
  Water is always a healthy choice
   
• Drink 1% or Skim Milk
  Whole milk has 8 grams of fat and 180 calories per 8 ounces, 2% has 5 grams and 150 calories 
   
• Eat 5-a-Day Fruits and Vegetables
  Everyone can benefit from eating more fruits and vegetables, only 2 percent of U.S. children reach the recommended 5-A-Day
   
• Choose Whole Grains
  Grains are an important source of fiber, and eating fiber helps a person feel full longer 
   
• Eat Breakfast
  Skipping morning meals has been associated with poorer school performance and increased cravings for sweets and snack foods later in the day; breakfast (like all meals) should include some protein, carbohydrate, and a fruit or vegetable 
   
• Make Healthy Choices at Restaurants
  Some healthy choices when eating out include grilled chicken, salads with low-fat dressing, or a small plain hamburger - remember that "super-size" foods are often enough calories to feed 2-3 adults