Eat Together PA

04/30/2020

Carrots have a number of healthy benefits and are even linked to improving vision!

More than 25 years ago, scientists with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) began a quest to breed carrots packed with beta-carotene—an orange pigment used by the body to create vitamin A. Thanks largely to ARS, today carrots provide 75% more beta-carotene and are a vitamin A powerhouse.

03/17/2020

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Check this page for updates on efforts to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 (coronavirus) on the health, well-being and food security of low-income people. FRAC encourages advocates to urge state agencies to apply for child nutrition waivers as needed, and to contact your Members of Congress with spe...

03/15/2019

What a mama-daughter pair! Just look at those smiles.

Tip #10 comes at you from Amanda D. Nutrition.

Kids do not need to clean their plates but can taste everything on it

Let your kids have foods they like too! Making your kids' favorites, once in a while, builds trust and shows them you know what they like. For instance, cook up some mac and cheese or do pizza night with a side of 🥝🍏🥕🥦, of course! And - remember - the rule to try all foods should still stick!

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03/15/2019

#9: Wrap-wrap-wrap food up! No need to clean your plate when going out to eat. Slow down, sit back, consider your belly's fullness; & if satiety cues kick in, then take a to-go box. Boot that clean-your-plate rule out the window because...leftovers!

Also, can we just talk about the bow around the fork and knives?!

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03/14/2019

Tip #8: Ok-ok. We’re really talking about mindful movement here. Don’t box your workout into a routine! If your bod has got to move, just move it. Take the fam for a walk, 🏃‍♀️, 🏊‍♀️, 💃🏽, hike, you name it. 15 minutes of fresh air will do wonders for you at work. Amanda Frankeny found a yoga studio while in the airport. Talk about taking a breather during busy travel. Can you tell she’s a bit excited?!

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03/14/2019

Tip #7: Make food fun! Let loose & have the fam play w/their food!

Amanda Frankeny taught kiddos to taste the 🌈! Everyone made their vegetables into a funny face or fav superhero. She saw lots of Spider-Man, even an 🐙! 🥦 was used for a ponytail & its blossoms for freckles. Five moms told her their child tried a new food.

🥒🌶🥦🥕🍅 for the win!

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03/12/2019

Amanda D. Nutrition brings us wise words for Tip #6: Have your kiddos explore everything on their plate, even if they don't like the food.

Let your kids have foods they love too! Making your kids a meal they truly enjoy, once in a while, shows them you do know what they want. For instance, try macaroni and cheese as their starch or having pizza night (with a veggie topping, of course)!

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03/11/2019

Tip #5: Notice how you're feeling today. Separate from those emotions. Don't let them dictate your actions.

Start at in the grocery store: What are you drawn to? What do you want to put in your cart? Why?

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03/11/2019

Tip #4: A negative body image can be linked to depression. Oh what?!?

Appreciate Y-O-U today by giving yourself a and nourishing your bod with some good meals and snacks. That way, you can take the day on like a champ! Eat Together PA has you covered with tips about buying healthy food on the cheap at the link below!

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03/10/2019

Snack time with your kids can be fun and exciting! As we continue to celebrate start off your week with a healthy, fun and creative !!😋

For more snack ideas be sure to visit our website eattogetherpa.org or click on link below ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://eattogetherpa.org/fruit-and-vegetable-snacks
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Fruit with Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip
* Dip 2 scoops of fresh fruit into a cup of low-fat, vanilla yogurt mixed with spoonful of peanut butter.*

03/08/2019

Tip #3: Eat food that requires a little effort! When you can, try a meal or snack that takes a little extra - such as block cheese, shrimp, shelled nuts, or an orange.

That little bit of work to shred or slice the cheese, break the shell, or peel the fruit will give you some variety and help you become more attentive to what you're eating!
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Our gurrrrrl, Pyrnie Sadè featured this concept when talking healthy snackin' & MyPlate for the Center For Champions of PA!

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03/07/2019

Tip #2: Let kids get involved in making their own meals! Encourage them to review their lunch menu each week, pack their own foods, or get creative with their meals.

Windber Area School District got all their students involved with snacking during day and with Feeding Pennsylvania! Everyone rapped about, painted, and crunched on 🍏🍎🍏!

See if you can keep up with their sing-along in the vid below!

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