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5 Healthy Tips:

  1. Sip a secret ingredient smoothie!

    Add kale or spinach to a fruit smoothie for a nutrient boost you won't even be able to taste. Call it a "Dinosaur Shake" or "Swamp Monster" for the kids!

  2. Put healthier options within easy reach!

    Create a grab-and-go bin of healthier breakfast bar options. That way when the urge for a snack hits before or after school or work, it will be extra-easy to make the better-for-you choice.

  3. Use these USDA choice tips!

    Did you know that the United States Department of Agriculture recently introduced MyPlate guidelines to help you build a healthier meal? Before you eat or prepare meals, think about what goes on your plate, or in your cup, bowl or lunchbox and try some of these options:

    • Make half your plate fruits & vegetables
    • Switch to skim or 1% milk
    • Make at least half your grains whole
    • Vary your protein food choices

    For more information, click here.

  4. Do a balancing act with your brown bag!

    The new MyPlate guidelines from the USDA provide a new way of looking at a balanced, healthy meal. But how does that translate when there's no plate in sight? It's easy to pack a homemade lunch that meets the USDA's recommendations for healthy eating! Try some of these suggestions:

  • Flip your sandwich! Rethink the standard sandwich by turning it upside-down! Most sandwiches boast large portions of meat and cheese, garnished with a scant few vegetables. Flip that way of thinking by stuffing your sandwich with a variety of fresh fruits and veggies. (Think spinach, cucumber, apple slices, raisins, sprouts and more.) Keep the rest of your "plate" in proportion by adding 2 ounces of lean meat (or other protein) and 1 ounce of sliced cheese. Skip the mayo and add zesty flavor with spicy mustard, hummus, guacamole or low-fat salad dressing.
  • Soup it up! A can of soup is a quick and easy go-to lunch for many, but alone it can lack balance. Choose a low-sodium variety, and maximize nutritional value by adding extra beans and a cup of frozen vegetables. Sprinkle with grated cheese and toast a 100% whole wheat roll for dunking.
  • Get on a roll! Spread a whole wheat tortilla with protein-rich nut butter, top with fresh strawberry slices and roll it up. Add low-fat yogurt, cherry tomatoes and bell pepper slices on the side and you've got a balanced meal kids will love!

  1. Give your kids a Passport to Nutrition!

    Passport to Nutrition is an online educational program for kids brought to you exclusively by Giant. It's a fun and interactive site with songs, games and videos, all geared to help kids learn to eat and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Click here to check it out!