Category Archives: Physical Activity

Drawbacks to Gardening in the City

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Nebraska weather is crazy!  One day it’s over 100 degrees, and the next it barely makes 70!  That’s where we have been in the last two weeks.  The kids are keeping it watered—and it is incredible!  Last week we planted sunflower seeds in plastic cups to demonstrate what roots look like and why they are important.  Everyone had sunflower spouts this week!  I explained that roots are like straws to feed plants.  This seemed to go over OK. Yesterday, we had
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Move Over MyPyramid. Hello MyPlate.

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“MyPlate” has replaced MyPyramid as the new symbol for healthy eating.  The “MyPlate” symbol aims to show healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated.  Even though there is a new symbol, the recommendations for healthy eating remain virtually unchanged.  It is important that we enjoy our food and balance calories by enjoying smaller amounts of food.  As well as limit foods high in sodium, added sugars, and refined grains.       For more information check out the following resources.
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