Kids Cook Real Food is a hub of information for raising healthy kids, including our weekly podcast, The Healthy Parenting Handbook, with expert interviews, helpful tips, and kid-produced recipes.
I think kids should watch different movies than adults. I know they should have different bedtimes. And they definitely should have different responsibilities (paying bills as an 8-year-old? No thank you!). However, I don’t think they should eat different meals. Baby Taste Buds Are Overrated Kids’ menus at restaurants drive me crazy. I know they’re […]
I’m Pushing My Kids to Grow up Too Fast (in one way only) Read More »
Don’t tell me to eat 6-11 servings of grains every day. Don’t tell me the butter on my toast isn’t good for me. Don’t make me put crackers on a plate with pizza just to get in enough grains in one meal. I’m grateful I live in a democracy where the government just makes recommendations
New Food Rules for Kids: How to Eat Healthy in Spite of Government Recommendations Read More »
You know you’re a parent when… You glance sideways while doing dishes and say to your 2-year-old, “Stop banging on the dishwasher with knives…” And THEN your brain clunks into gear and you realize: Gah! Knives! Of course your next move is to calmly remove the knives from the tiny child’s hands and figure out a safer way
7 Things You Should Never Let Your Children Do in the Kitchen Read More »
What’s that smell? If you have scented candles or appliances in your home, flowery shampoo or fragrant laundry, and you don’t want to mess up your kids’ hormones, this is really important. When I asked environmental toxins expert Lara Adler what one simple step parents should take to begin cutting toxins out of their home,
19: Why We Should Worry About Toxins & What to Do? Lara Adler Interview Read More »
Heal brain injuries with chiropractor Dr. Brian Hanks, DC. Got kids in soccer, hockey, football or cheerleading? Do they jump on a trampoline or ride a bike? You need this info about how to heal a concussions and brain health!!! When my 3yo got a concussion this summer, we took him to a functional neurologist
17: Healing from Concussion (& Kicking Motion Sickness) with Functional Neurology Read More »
Did you know 50% of employers are having trouble finding qualified people to take the good career jobs they have open? It’s not technical skills or education…applicants are lacking communication, adaptability, decision-making, and problem-solving skills needed to do the job well. Find out how to expand your child’s brain and balance their independence in the
16: Mastering Social & Emotional Learning in the Kitchen Read More »
Potlucks and holiday parties are a cinch when we have to bring a dish to pass, because we always bring our family favorite! Homemade potato salad has a lot of steps, but the work is made easier when everyone has a task. We don’t use a recipe but rather a “framework” for success: Per serving:
15: Our Favorite Dish to Pass: Potato Salad Made by the Kids Read More »
Do professional chefs always learn to cook at a young age? I interviewed Chef Jeremy Paquin, executive chef at Grove Restaurant in Grand Rapids, and you might be surprised by his answer! This chef LOVES vegetables and he has the most creative ways to think about them, cook them, and present them. He talks about
14: How to Make Homemade Pasta | Interview with Chef Jeremy Paquin Read More »
Don’t be TRICKED by food packaging trying to tell you something is healthy using sneaky language! This video is meant for kids ages 8-18 and adults who love them. I explain the truth about low-fat foods, is “whole grain” healthy, the 2 ingredients banned in our household (and how to find them), and a quick
13: Reading Nutrition Labels Part 2: Don’t Be Tricked! Read More »
Wish your kids understood what was in the food they eat? Here’s a tutorial on reading nutrition labels from the voice of healthy kids cooking, elementary teacher, and mom of 4. Grab your kids to watch this video which was made just for them! They’ll learn: How to read an ingredients list including those pesky
12: Reading Nutrition Labels for Kids Part 1 Read More »
