As the temperatures rise this summer, we all look forward to enjoying more time outdoors in the sunshine. Whether you and your kids are going for a hike, swimming at the beach, playing games at camp, or just soaking in the warm weather, it’s essential to stay hydrated in order to feel our best. Our… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Childhood Obesity
The Positive Power of Outdoor Play
It’s a fact that children today spend considerably less time playing outdoors than their parents did as children. While there are a number of different reasons to account for this, the shift is largely due to technology. Today the average American child is said to spend just 4 to 7 minutes a day in unstructured… Read more »
How to Start Cooking with Kids
Cooking with kids? The idea might sound uncomfortable, overwhelming, or even dangerous. But if we want our kids to love nutritious food, understand the importance of a home cooked meal, and eventually be able to shop for and prepare their own healthy meals, we need to empower them to find confidence in the kitchen from… Read more »
Tips for Staying Active as a Family
Adults and kids alike are recommended to get physical activity everyday. How can we really make this happen for our kids and ourselves when we don’t even have time for the gym? We can start by rethinking our idea of physical activity! Although sustained aerobic exercise is an incredible workout, physical activity doesn’t have to… Read more »
School Lunch Superstars!
As National Nutrition Month comes to a close, Let’s Go! is taking some time to reflect on and appreciate all the delicious, creative, and clever ways you integrated fresh, seasonal ingredients into your meals and snacks this month. We loved seeing your 5 daily servings of fruits and veggies in action, and were especially impressed by the work… Read more »