Category Archives: Children

Nutrition Know How – Making Your Life Easier

Nutrition Know How is an educational blog, developed by UNL-Extension food and nutrition staff in Douglas/Sarpy County, with relevant and practical food and nutrition articles posted in reverse-chronological order. We find blogging a creative way to reach people with the great scientific knowledge and resources we have regarding eating and making it practical. Our goal is to help people find ways to eat healthy on a daily basis in an informal and personal way. We enjoy providing specific tips for individuals to improve
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Christmas Baking Traditions

I remember Mom baking these cookies when I was a child (many years ago!), and all of the family getting together to decorate them.  We'd play Christmas music, and decorate dozens of cookies.  The first 10 or so cookies always were decorated with great care.  By the time we were finished decorating, the final cookies looked a little weird.  If friends were visiting, they'd help.  It was always fun, and we'd all laugh and sample what we made. Now I have
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Toddler Foods That Make You Feel Like Super Mom

You'll feel like super mom when you offer these foods to your toddler. Below are some of my son's favorite "super" foods. These foods are packed with nutrients and are foods that most toddlers will eat. MILK. Yes, our little guys and gals still need to be drinking milk. It is no longer their primary source of nutrition like it was during their first year of life but it is still very important. Although, don't over do milk. If they are
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