Mamavation Food

Now, I am not talking about that gross Jello you find on the shelves of supermarkets which contains all sorts of artificial flavors, colors, and loads of sugar. That Jello is right up there on the list of processed foods you should never feed your kids. What I am talking about is real jello made from gelatin – you know, the nutrient-dense superfood.

There are a number of ways food can affect our bodies. It can give us energy, impact how we feel, and change our health. Foods can have both positive and adverse affects, so it’s important that we look at what we’re eating.

It’s important to feed your family fish as part of a healthy diet, but how can you be sure that you are buying safe seafood? Today, I’ll cover why you should eat fish, what the risks are and how to choose fish that you can safely feed your family.

The food we eat can impact our bodies in many different ways. Superfoods are those unique foods that benefit our health in more ways than one. They contain a myriad of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and more. See why the foods below are a great addition to your diet.

Let’s face it, condiments can be as important as the meal they’re on. Don’t believe me? Have you ever told a toddler you’re out of ketchup?

Bread is a family staple for school lunches, summer picnics, barbecues, and warm weather meals, and is often promoted as the best source for fiber. Although these products can fill up your family’s hungry bellies, they are also full of unhealthy additives and chemicals that you may want to avoid. Just as we did for breakfast cereal and peanut butter, we’ll take a look at some of those ingredients, whether they are truly unhealthy or controversial, and help you make cleaner choices for your family.

With the recent recalls of Trader Joe’s and Target brands of hummus in the news, the spread of listeria and other poisonous bacteria is on everyone’s mind. You can keep your family safer by making foods like that yourself – but you should also be aware that bacteria, germs and toxicity can happen to even the cleanest food if you don’t store it properly. And, if you’re spending extra to feed your children organic produce and farm fresh meats, you want to give your food the best chance to retain its freshness while making it last as long as you can. What steps can you take to ensure your food is safely and properly stored? This primer will help you better organize your kitchen for maximum value.

Put down the cookies and slowly back away from the soda. Banish the high fructose corn syrup from your pantry and refrigerator. You’ll thank me later.