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Busy, Busy, Busy
Asked by J.M. from Tucson
on March 27, 2007
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I was just wondering if anybody could help me out with some healthy meal ideas for my son and myself. With work, school, and everything that has to be done at home I f...
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- stir frys are always quick and easy. most stores carry already cut stir fry veggies. All you have to do is brown what ever meat you have in the freezer (cut into bite...
- i have a good thick soup recipe that's easy and inexpensive. My son who's three loves this. You brown 1lb of hamburger in a skillet add onion while browning if you lik...
- Hamburger helper is the greatest thing out there! There are lots of different kinds, and it really is good for your child. Also spaghetti (though I use shells becaus...
Meal Analysis
Asked by C.M. from Kansas City
on August 28, 2009
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I got a strange question. I am trying to eat better and keep track of my daily calorie intake. The problem that I am having is that I actually cook a lot and website t...
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- www.Sparkpeople.com is it. Their companion site that allows recipe building is www.sparkrecipes.com
- Get the "Cook yourself thin" cookbook. I lost 11 pounds and my husband lost 25 in just 6 weeks. The portion sizes are very reasonable and most are under 500 calories a...
- Spark people does have a recipe builder as part of the program. That will work great and it's free. Good for you taking this step. I have done so well when I was ...
Quick, Healthy Meals for Toddler
Asked by D.C. from San Francisco
on February 12, 2009
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Hi there! I just wanted some ideas for quick but healthy meals to prepare for a 12 month old toddler. First off I have no experience with cooking, but I am now experi...
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- For daycare, I always sent oatmeal and fruit for breakfast. Lunch turkey and cheese roll ups, Cheerios, other half of fruit (banana, melon, sliced grapes, apple bits, ...
- I am a huge fan of the frozen orgtanic veggies from whole foods... My daughter really likes the green beans or corn or whatever veggies cooked with garlic powder a tin...
- When my daughter was that age my ability to cook was not the problem, my ideas of what to give and ease of making/transporting/feeding foods to a baby where very limit...
2 1/2 Year Old Not Eating as Well a She Used To/recipes/advice Requested!
Asked by B.B. from Phoenix
on August 4, 2008
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My 2 1/2 year old daughter has always been an amazing eater. There are still times when she eats things that astound other mothers--like raw broccoli with ranch, etc. ...
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- It sounds like your daughter is going through a growth spert.I have 4 daughters. The third one now 9,is my eater.shes not overwieght,but enjoys her food. When she stop...
- I experienced the same thing with my 4-1/2 year old. She was an amazing veggie eater earlier on, but as she gets older, her tastes seem to be narrowing, with lots of ...
- Yeah, this started for me at the same age and he is now past 3 years and we still have a problem. Protein shakes used to make me feel better as I could hide fish oil,...
Busy Mom Seeking Easy and Healthy Dinner Ideas
Asked by A.B. from San Francisco
on June 24, 2009
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I am looking for quick, and I mean quick, and healthy meals for my family. My husband and I are both burnt out by the end of the day. It's usually all I can do to bo...
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- If you can only cook on one or two days a week, try to cook enough for several meals every time you cook. I like to make big pots of mixed bean soups with ham shanks, ...
- Hi, I often do something that might work well for you. On either Sunday or Monday I bbq a meat that will last at least two more nights that week for another recipe. Fo...
- I always think it is a good idea to make a pot of something on the weekend so you can have some that night, freeze portions for future weeks and then have it for left-...
Inexpensive Vegetarian Dinners
Asked by C.A. from San Francisco
on November 29, 2008
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Hello mama's
After reading different ways to save money and talking to my vegetarian friends who have such small grocery bills, I've come to realize meat costs a lot ...
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- Hello C., I was a vegetarian for years, I now eat white meat and fish- but not too often cause yes it breaks the bank- especially when buying organic which we do. ...
- The Vegetarian Times magazine website has recipe newsletters you can subscribe to for free - http://www.vegetariantimes.com/newsletters/ Their magazine is also full...
- Check out the PETA website for vegetarian menus.
Breakfast and Lunch Ideas
Asked by C.W. from Tampa
on August 18, 2006
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I have run out of ideas with breakfast. Does anyone have any healthy unique,creative quick meals for breakfast. My little ones are 7 and 10 years old. I also have draw...
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- Breakfast borritos are the best!!!! if you cook all the items the night befor you can just throw them togethr in the shell and microwave it in the morning and it is qu...
- My husband makes a breakfast "hash" with potatoes (you can used mashed or diced), sausage, eggs, cheese, onions, and bell pepper. Sometimes he adds mushrooms, too. H...
- My two year old loves french toast and pancakes, I always add fresh fruit to make it healthier. He is also happy with yogurt and fresh fruit to dip in it.
What Do You Look for in Daycare
Asked by C.B. from Chicago
on November 5, 2006
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I have been a home daycare provider fo 5 years. I'm curious as to what most mom's think of at the top of their list when looking for a provider. It seems that when peo...
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- When I was looking for daycare, the most important thing to me was to find out why the provider was doing daycare. I wanted my son to be with someone who truly loves c...
- I think the way you have your daycare set up, is a great benefit to anyone who is there! I currently have my children in a daycare that is set up similar to what you ...
- I read your comments and I guess I'm shocked at the calls you're receiving. I'm currently in the process of trying to find a full time day care provider for my 2 1/2 ...
Healthy Meals for 1 Year Old
Asked by V.B. from Tampa
on September 2, 2006
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I have never been a good cook, and I hate to admit it but I've been a very picky eater since I was a child.
Now having my own child I don't want him to be picky as ...
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- V., Now is the critical time where you have the power to influence your child on his food choices for the rest of his life. Do you want him to eat natural healthy food...
- What we have done is take what we're eating for a meal and whiz it up in a blender. And as the child gets used to solid food blend it less and less giving more substa...
- You aren't doing anything wrong, first of all. Don't let anyone make you feel differently. You just have to find foods that he likes. Experiment- not all kids are w...
Chicken Ideas
Asked by S.L. from Omaha
on December 14, 2006
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Hello Ladies, I am trying learn to make healthy meals. And one problem I have is making bake chicken or even coming up with other ideas on how to cook chicken. Pleas...
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- My children along with their cousins love it when I marinate my chicken (preferrably chicken wings/drummettes) in Italian dressing...After you clean your chicken poke ...
- Off the top of my head - no exact amounts (sorry): No Peek Chicken eight boneless, skinless chicken breasts two cans of fat free mushroom soup (or another cream s...
- Try Honey-Curry Chicken. 1 1/2 cups honey 1 small stick of butter/margarine 1 1/2 t curry powder 3/4 t dry mustard Mix together in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil. ...
