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Sarah Hortman is an experienced Registered Dietitian for nearly 15 year. She is passionate about helping others achieve a healthy lifestyle. She has worked in such places as Canyon Ranch Spa and Resort, Public Health (WIC) and at the University of Arizona's Department of Nutrition. She counsels individuals and speaks to groups about nutrition, health and wellness and nearly every disease process where nutrition plays a role. Sarah has created and authored Nutrition handouts, articles and publications, written local newspaper articles and interviewed in local television segments on Nutrition. Sarah is a regular contributor to the Examiner.com as a Nutrition Examiner.
Sarah is a busy mom of four young boys, she understands how to help others accomplish a balance of healthful living through a realistic approach to nutrition.
With school starting in many places across the United States, Sarah has written a series of articles to help parents and children start the year with healthy and nutritious ideas.
Top 8 kid friendly cereals
The top 8 kid friendly healthy cereals are based on a one serving size portion that contains 6g or less of sugar, 3g or more fiber, 100% whole grain as the first listed ingredient, no artificial colors & preservatives and are fortified with iron.
Back to school nutrition part 1: breakfast
When it comes to children, a well nourished child who consumes a healthy breakfast is ready to learn as they have more energy, stamina, self-esteem, especially if they are physically active on a daily basis.
Back to school nutrition part 2: brown bag lunch basics
A successful brown bag lunch will include a variety of a child’s favorite choices of whole grains, proteins, fresh fruits or vegetables and a beverage, ideally milk or water. To increase appeal there should be a variety of colors, textures and flavors. Make foods fun such as creating small kabobs from fruit, meat and cheese.
Back to school nutrition part 3: top 10 strategies for healthy kid friendly brown bag lunches
Plan the upcoming week of lunches together. Consider their likes and dislikes by having them write a list of foods for the month that they would like in their lunches and foods
Back to school nutrition part 4: school lunch legislation
We have all been hearing the buzz around childhood obesity and the connection with a need for healthier school lunches. According to the CDC, childhood obesity rates in children aged 6-11 have increased from approximately 6% in 1980 to approximately
Back to school nutrition part 5: school lunch strategies
While our schools begin to plan for implementing healthier food choices due to the new Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, the following are additional guidelines for us to help score school lunches.
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