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By Annette, on March 16th, 2011
My daughter’s very favourite lunch is cheese and crackers so I try to make it healthier versions of crackers like whole grain crackers, flax flatbreads, etc but not too far from what she would enjoy eating. Pack a healthy litterless lunch with your kids and let them pick and choose what they want for lunch and maybe, it’ll be eaten. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 15th, 2011
Kids love to roll up things, at least mine does. My daughter loves to help roll up these fabulous Turkey Cheese Wraps for lunch. Here’s our version of a simple and quick litterless lunch that’s also healthy. Again, portions are for a 6 years old so adjust accordingly for your child. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 14th, 2011
Pasta is fantastic hot, warm or cold. My kids will eat it anywhere. This colourful feast for the eyes is also good for the stomach and the body. Today’s healthy litterless lunch pick is Butternut Squash Ravoli with Bocconcini Pearls and the accompanying snack are red grapes with flower cutouts of kiwis. This is a vegetarian lunch and contains no meats. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 11th, 2011
Get creative with traditional strawberry jam sandwich by making them fun with shapes and while you’re at it, throw in a bit of colour! We’re jam’ming and yam’ming today with our Strawberry Jam Pockets and Star Yams. The bright colour of yams and sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin B6 and potassium. These are protect against heart disease. Your kids will love our healthy lunch ideas. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 11th, 2011
For rice lovers, this healthy litterless lunch can be made using leftover rice from the night before. Your kids will have a great time making these rice pandas with you. Be sure to subscribe by email to our blog to make more creative and fun ideas for healthy litterless lunches. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 11th, 2011
We’re making litterless lunches that are healthy and fun for kids in support of Nutrition month in Canada. Today’s lunch choice is Salmon Salad served inside an edible cucumber bowl on top steamed edamame beans. And for a snack, organic yogurt with frozen organic blueberries. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 8th, 2011
How to make healthy litterless lunches for kids. For Day 2 of our Healthy Litterless Lunches event, we offer an edible bowl for your pita and hummus. No more icky messes with this pepper dip bowl that you can eat. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 7th, 2011
Day 1 – Mini Bagel Sandwich with Veggie Shapes: We’re offer a fun and different take on the idea of a sandwich with veggie sticks. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 7th, 2011
The average student’s lunch generates about 30 kg of garbage each year. For St Patrick’s Day, go green with litterless lunches. We’re providing 9 ideas for healthy lunches. Share your lunch ideas with us to win a zero-waste lunch kit from Fill Your Own. . . . Read More
By Annette, on March 2nd, 2011
1 in 4 kids in Canada are either overweight or obese which can lead to many other health problem. Obesity can be managed with proper nutrition and physical activity. Eating healthy means changing eating habits for the family, cutting down convenience food and eating out, and knowing what your kids eat at school by packing a healthy lunch. Then add on exercise and you’re on your way to a healthier lifestyle. March is Nutrition Month in Canada and a good time to get started. . . . Read More
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