This is KRAZY

Now this is KRAZY



OK before you read on go grab the bottle of ketchup in your pantry or fridge! I'm serious what are you waiting for?





Do you have it? Good! Now look at the back label. Where it says ingredients... What are the first 3 ingredients? (read)
Did you say HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP?
How did that get in there? Are you scratching your head as to why you have been dousing your child's meatloaf, hamburgers, hotdogs and potatoes in pure sugar food ? Well thankfully I'm here to get you on track! So throw that old bottle away and keep reading...

KRAZY KETCHUP

Check out these ingredients


Ingredients: Organic tomato puree (organic tomato paste, water, salt), organic agave* nectar, organic butternut squash puree, organic carrot puree, organic sweet potato puree, organic spices, and citric acid

You did not see any High Fructose corn Syrup, now did you? Only vegetables and a whole lot of goodness!

I can not wait to get my hands on this stuff and as for my kiddos they will have no idea they are eating butternut squash, sweet potato, carrots and tomato puree!
Gotta

Love,

Always Healthy Mom

A Few of My Favorite Things for 2011~ Check It Out!!!

A Few of My Favorite Things for 2011


I wanted to share a few of my favorite things for getting kids and moms excited about eating healthy in 2011! I can't wait to see what they come up with next! I hope you enjoy!


Food Face Plate
A delicious way to let your kids play with their food!

My Turn, My Turn Kitchen Turner
*****Too Cute!

Extreme Measure, Measuring Cup
*****Too fun!

Snacking Stackers
How creative is this, you might not get them to leave the table tonight!

Snack Ball
Now kids and adults can have a BALL with snack time!


Sandwich Cutters
Need I say more? They are genius!


To Every Meal There Is a Season
This can change up the mood at your table day or night!


Sent Packing Lunch Bin
This the best way to personalize and organize a healthy lunch fit for your kids!


Airfork One
OK Who is the smarty pant, they really took this literally! I love it!


And last but not least...
The Clean Plate Club by Land of Nod
Recipes, Ideas and more to get kids eating and living healthy!

All of these items can be found at http://www.landofnod.com/ under shop mealtime !
What are you waiting for? If you have a picky eater these can definitely make meals fun for all!

Love,
Always Healthy Mom

Resolutions

Tips on sticking to your New Years RESOLUTION

The Facts:

• If you make a resolution you are 10 xs more likely to make the change.
• 75% of people who make a new Years resolution will make it through the first wee but 6 months from now only about 40% will be sticking to their resolution.( John Norcross, physiology professor University of Scranton)

 

1. Start with one realistic resolution! If your goal is too big or over whelming you may give up and not accomplish anything. Many resolutions require multiple behavior changes.
2. Make your resolution very specific. Plan the how-tos! Focus on positive To-Do behaviors!
3. Challenging but manageable!
4. Enlist the support of friends and family. Bring others in on the resolution so you have a support group to help you accomplish your goals.
5. Don't let yourself quit. Even if you slip up once or twice, you shouldn't abandon your resolution.
6. Track your progress: Monitor your progress it will dramatically improve your success rate.
7. Get a new calendar and set your goals!
8. Focus on a positive behavior change. Ex. I will go to the gym 3 xs this week vs. I want to lose 10lbs this year.

Happy New Year,

Always Healthy Mom

Picky Eater?

"Night after night we struggle with dinner time!" Does this sound like you or your family? You often wonder ~Could there really be help out there? The answer is YES!
So many parents experience the stress and struggle of trying to get a picky eater to EAT!
Elizabeth Pantly takes the stress out of eating by showing you step by step how to work with a picky eater! She also includes popular recipes from cookbook authors including Missy Chase Lapine author of the bestselling Sneaky Chef! The book is full of real life advice that can help any parent raise and nourish a picky eater! So stop struggling night after night! Get her book and start enjoying family dinners again!

Even if you feel you have eating and family dinner under control in your house everyone can take away a few helpful hints! Definitely gave me some perspective on why kids do the things they do when it comes to choosing foods!

Check out her site http://www.pantly.com/

Mini Holiday Pizzas

Love this from http://www.eliteeventstoledo.com/

Mini Holiday Pizzas

Prep Time: 15 Min

Total Time: 30 Min

Makes: 12-16 mini pizzas depending on their shape

INGREDIENTS

1 can (13.8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated classic pizza crust

1/3 cup refrigerated marinara sauce

1 package of peperoni

1 green pepper

1 tomato diced

2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, garlic and Chopped fresh

chives, if desired

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Unroll dough on work surface. Press dough out with ngers to form 12x8-inch

rectangle.

With -oured 2-inch holiday-shaped cookie cutters, cut dough into shapes. On cookie sheet, place shapes 1 inch apart. Bake 5 to 7 minutes or

until light golden brown.

2. Spread each crust with marinara sauce. Sprinkle each with desired toppings. Sprinkle each with cheese.

3 . Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Just before baking, sprinkle them with chopped fresh basil or parsley.To make Spicy Marinara , add a sprinkling of crushed red pepper -akes

or a few drops hot pepper sauce to the marinara sauce. Use Genoa or cotto salami in place of the bacon.

Look what came today...

Look what came today...
I received a delivery today, and I will be honest I LOVE getting surprises!! I am worse than a kid! Chobani sent me 3 NEW containers of Greek yogurt with 3 fabulous holiday recipes! See below...

 

I love Greek yogurt it is... 

•  healthy lean protein
•  low calorie
• high protein
• great snack
• perfect for baking

 I am absolutely ecstatic that they have a variety dedicated to children too! ~CHOBANI CHAMPS!

I love that the containers know give you a great recipe! I have cooked and baked with Greek yogurt and it always turns out fabulous! Typically when using Greek yogurt in a recipe you are replacing something something that was not as healthy, so I always feel good about that!

 

 

I definitely know what I will be making for my Christmas dinner, Thanks Chobani!

Stay tuned for a giveaway of this Chobani fun pack in 2012!

 

Seasons Greetings,

Always Healthy Mom

Healthy Holiday Gifts

Here are some of my favorite holiday gifts to give...

FRUIT BASKET! Come on this this is a "No Brainer"! The choices and sizes are endless, who would not enjoy a basket full of health? 


Nuts and dried fruit! These are great because they will not go bad and people can use nuts for a party, snack or baking!

A gym membership or your favorite workout DVD or personal trainer. Ummmmmm, lets just say the gift that keep giving!


I hope these will make someone you are  buying for very happy!
xoxo,
Always Healthy Mom