PB and Yay!

Posted by Leanne McCann

 

I had a variation of this on my recent trip to Maine, and was in LOVE!  It seems so simple, chocolate and peanut butter, but I never really thought about it for a smoothie.  The day we ordered this, the girls and I did not do so well with our sharing skills.  The one year old and the three year old made it clear, that just one, was not enough.  This smoothie is filled with goods fats to use as fuel, protein, and a big dose of antioxidants, thanks to the cacao (or cocoa powder).  Kale, spinach, or green powder make it into every smoothie I make.  They’re tasteless in a smoothie like this, and the abundance of vitamins and minerals, make them food gold.  Vary it up according to your preferences, or what you have on hand, and try to make extra, so you don’t have to share!

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  1. Blend it all together, adding more milk or water as necessary. Add an additional tsp of honey, if you prefer it to be sweeter.
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Princess Farro and Peas (Just 3 Ingredients!)

Posted by Leanne McCann

“Every princess needs her protein”, and that’s all I needed to say.  My girls (and us adults) love eating this plant based, protein rich dish, and ask for it regularly. Farro is a middle eastern grain,  rich in protein, fiber, iron, and some calcium.  Peas also provide protein and fiber, but additionally contain Vitamin A and C, calcium, and iron. What’s not to love? With just 3 ingredients (4 if you add parmesan), this is a quick, easy, and very inexpensive side dish. Many times, I’ll use this as the main part of my meal, and fill in the sides with roasted or stir fried veggies.

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Natural Remedies Perfect for Heading Back to School

Posted by Leanne McCann

As we round the corner to another school year,we are aware of so many mixed emotions, schedule changes, and a myriad of unforeseen setbacks . These natural herbal and homeopathic remedies are suitable for kids of all ages (herbal is for age 1+), and are pediatrician approved!

 

The onslaught of GERMS!!

You know that the first week or two that your child goes back to school, the Herbs For Kidschances of them getting sick are practically inevitable.  Suggested by my daughters pediatrician, this herbal remedy helps to boost your child’s immune system naturally, at the first sign of illness.  I generally give my girls the remedy a couple of days before schools starts, and through the first week.

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Yes, you can milk a nut. The best alternative milks to try

Posted by Leanne McCann

The word is out that dairy may not in fact, be part of a healthy diet.  Some say it’s fine, as long as it’s organic, but let’s talk about some reasons to ditch the breast milk (cows, not nursing mommies) .

It’s well known that dairy is mucus forming in the body.  It causes a buildup throughout the digestive system that exacerbates respiratory issues, as well as causing difficulty in the assimilation of nutrients in the large intestine.

Beyond that, we are all lactose intolerant, essentially.  Our bodies stop making lactase at 5 years old (when we should be done breast feeding).  Some people have a more allergenic response to dairy, but the truth is, none of us are making the enzyme needed to properly break it down in our bodies.

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