Originally posted on MC2Charlotte:
A popular breakfast among teens is Bagels with Cream Cheese and Juice What is the big deal? Let’s break it down. The bagel (both halves) – Has 22gms of carbs, 1gm of fiber, 4gm of sugar, 4gms of protein The cream cheese – (2Tbsp per serving) – Has 1gm carbs,…
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One of my missions is to change the Snack Culture on the Game Side Lines. I recently gave a talk on this topic to the coaches volunteering for the sports program at out local YMCA – Harris YMCA in Charlotte, NC. Change happens with one coach, one family, one team. If I can change the … More How to Feed an Athlete
With all schools starting here in Charlotte, NC, its time to talk quick breakfast ideas that exclude cereals high in sugar, low in protein, and low in fiber. One of my families this month was put in charge of finding a wholesome recipe, easy to make, few ingredients, doctor approved, AND liked by all. Here … More Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal for Back to School Breakfast
Both my boys and their 2 best friends went to a cooking class at Sur La Table all last week. They came home inspired and full of cooking enthusiasm. Sunday, we let them have the kitchen and prepare The Sunday Dinner. Here is how it turned out: All recipes are courtesy of Sur La Table. … More Lemon Chicken Piccata & Roasted Veggies vs. Cowboy Burgers & Roasted Strawberry Shortcake, Sunday Dinner Cook Off
A common request I get in clinic: ideas for healthy snacks. Many families are getting rid of food coloring – yay!!!! Why? How does this help? It improves the following: Attention Focus Hyperactivity Memory Concentration Allergies Asthma To name a few Others are going gluten free. What’s the deal with this? Does this matter when there is … More 11 Healthy Snacks While on Vacation
Today’s post is from a dear friend, Sherri Beauchamp who is a personal chef and an integrative nutrition health coach. She has inspired me to find the beauty in everyday ingredients, and has simplified recipes, so even I, a chef impostor can master a good meal prep. Because of her efforts, teachings, and ideas, my … More Making Memories with Kids – No Bake Chocolate Cookies
You Tube video illustrating highlights from the MC2Charlotte Nutrition Presentation for elementary school children … More Video Summary of MC2Charlotte Nutrition Presentation
Put your teens in charge of making Sunday Breakfast from scratch. Forget the Bisquick. You will be amazed at the results. Recipe 2C Flour 1/4C Sugar 1/2tsp Baking Soda 4tsp Baking powder 2C Buttermilk (or 2C whole milk + 1tsp lemon juice, allow to sit 15min) 4Eggs 1/4C Butter 1.5C Bananas 1Tbsp Flaxseed Powder 1Tbsp … More Sunday Breakfast Created by Teens
