Yogurt was one of my kids’ first foods, and even though they are preschoolers, they both still love having their yogurt. We prefer to purchase organic yogurt, since it’s healthier and has more nutrients. It’s a great way for them to get some nutrients, especially dairy and protein. Horizon Organics has just introduced a new blend of yogurts, called Horizons Little Blends, which also add fruit and veggies to the nutrients already included in their yogurts.
To introduce the new blends, Horizon hosted a webinar for bloggers with guest speaker Dr. Greene, who specializes in kids’ nutrition. Dr. Green offered several tips to parents who stress about about the amount and types of food their little ones eat.
Tip #1: Relax – Kids generally get plenty of calories per day, and will fill up. Don’t turn to junk food just to get food in them (this is something I’ve been guilty of – feeding them crackers just to get some food in them).
Tip #2: Take Charge – This doesn’t mean coaxing and pushing. Instead, create a family environment to encourage healthy eating, and offer a balance of foods with proteins, fruit, and veggies.
Tip #3: Aim for Foods They Need - Again, fruits, proteins, dairy, veggies, whole grains, etc…
Tip #4: Tailor Options to Their Development – Offer finger foods to little ones who are just starting to use their hands. Also offer spreads and sauces for their foods and encourage them to experiment. Engage their senses by letting them pick food, slice it (where appropriate), etc.
Tip #5: Eat Meals as a Family – Parents and kids should eat the same foods. My family is very guilty of having separate foods for us and the kids – we have to work on this.
To learn more about Horizon’s Little Blends, visit their Web page.
