If you made any new year’s resolutions on January 1, by now you’ve probably experienced precisely the reason why we need a January 1 in the first place: It’s hard to let go of bad habits. Why is that? Leo Babauta over at ZenHabits.net writes in his latest post —Habits That Crush Us—that we often find our bad habits useful in coping with either stress or boredom.…
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Tuna is one of the healthiest foods on earth. It is inexpensive and rich in nutrients, including protein, vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids. But as a mom, you can quickly find yourself confused in the grocery store aisle. “Is tuna safe for young children?”, “What if I’m planning to get pregnant again?” and “Does buying tuna make me responsible for killing dolphins?” you might wonder. A look at the…
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Cottage cheese used to remind me of the Eighties; the time when my mother was on a weight loss diet published in a German women’s magazine. There always was lots of cottage cheese involved. And they still say, cottage cheese is a dieter’s best friend. But cottage cheese mixed with cocoa powder and a fake zero-calorie sweetener as a healthier substitute for chocolate pudding on Sundays, really mom? It…
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Moms across the nation last year shared with ZisBoomBah readers tips ranging from how to make hiking fun for kids to how to pack a healthy picnic. But even moms who, along with their families, stay active and eat healthy can find some way to improve their lives and set new goals. For instance, my family eats its fair share of fruits and vegetables with each meal. However, the drinks in…
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Encouraging kids in the preteen set to “eat your salad” will most likely result in some heavy sighs, a few eye rolls and even the occasional slightly audible “ewww.” If you are lucky, a few reluctant nibbles at a carrot or two may be made, but more likely you will have to avert your eyes as your otherwise intelligent and loving offspring drown their greens under heavy mounds of ranch…
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After two weeks of fun-filled holiday parties and get-togethers brimming with rich foods and copious amounts of confections and eggnog, it feels like its time to scale back and create lighter, healthier meals for yourself and your family.
Here in Colorado, after a very snowy and chilly December, we have been given a warm reprieve for us to get outside and enjoy the sun as the 6-foot snowdrifts melt away.…
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Ending the old year with some reflection and starting the next day fresh has fueled many a resolution for improvement. There is a reason both of these steps are considered key aspects of successful behavior change. We are much more successful in making desired changes—whether they be increasing our level of activity or improving our diets for better nutrition and balance—when we first acknowledge what we are doing right.
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A friend of mine posted a photo of Valentine’s candy on a store shelf on Facebook on December 26. Seriously, the Holidays are over already? Hold on for a moment, I am still feeling the Christmas spirit. If you feel the same, then this winter break activity is perfect to make the cheer linger a little longer: Make a scrapbook with your kids to capture this year’s Holiday memories!
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Making a birdfeeder is a wonderful crafts project to keep kids busy for an entire afternoon during winter break. What’s more, though, helping the little feathered friends through chilly winter weather is a rewarding experience for the whole family.
Turn this activity into a learning experience by asking your kids to find out what species of birds live in your backyard in the winter, depending on where in the country…
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Your time and undivided attention is the greatest gift you can give your children this holiday season. It’s free – and yet slowing down and having a few good moments together as a family can cost parents all they can afford in terms of determination, focus and awareness of what we do with and say to our children. The following steps will help you experience some quality family time together…
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During the chilly winter months, it’s tempting for my family to forget about physical activity for a chance to curl up on the couch with a soothing cup of hot chocolate. This year, however, my sister-in-law Nicole Rose and I brainstormed on how to keep our family and yours active indoors or outdoors this winter season. Here is what we came up with:
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