Debunking School Lunch Myths
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Today we talk to school nutrition director, Jeanne Riley to debunk some of the myths around today's school lunch and how families can learn more about what's being served at their schools. Jeanne Reilly is an award-winning School Nutrition Director in Windham & Raymond, Maine. She is very involved in mentoring school nutrition directors as well as advocating for and promoting delicious and healthy School Nutrition Programs within her state and across the country. Jeanne is a co-administrator for 2 busy Facebook Groups: , and she is on the Advisory Board for the Chef Ann...
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What Teachers Wish Parents Knew
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Today Amanda from talks to Heather Brickell, teacher, mom, and author of MySweetSavings.com. Heather is giving us the inside scoop on the things teachers wish parents knew. From communication to reinforcement and expectations. Heather shares her top 10 things teachers wish parents knew with Amanda. Want to skip straight to a hot topic? See timestamps below. But of course, we recommend listening all the way through to get all the great tips and tricks! 3:44 About today’s guest, Heather, including her personal life and her blog 5:46 The most vital part of a...
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Whats the Hype! Dietitian Discussion on Sports Nutrition Trends
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Today we are talking with Tony Castillo registered dietitian, dad, husband, . He has led a passionate life in the nutrition space and spent time as a sports nutritionist at the University of Florida and for the Toronto Blue Jays. I get the honor of chatting with him today as we ask What’s the Hype! We are covering hydrating powders, creatine, pre-work out supplements, green powders and probiotics. Tony joined us just three episodes ago on episode 83 to talk about sports nutrition for kids and teens. You’ll definitely want to check that out. I could not wait to...
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Healthy Eating on a Budget
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Today we are talking with registered dietitian Chelsea LeBlanc. Chelsea creates approachable recipes using simple ingredients to help her audience and clients save money, reduce food waste, and cook healthy meals that are fast, easy, and delicious! Relevant Links: Other Podcast Episodes to Check Out: Time Stamps: Want to skip straight to a hot topic? See timestamps below. But of course, we recommend listening all the way through to get all the great tips and tricks! 1:25 An intro to dietitian Chelsea 1:48 Why budget-friendly meal planning was...
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Tips for Parents of College Bound Students
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Today we have a great episode lined up! Sally is typically joining us on the show to talk about and planning and other topics around nutrition, but today, we are getting a different side of Sally. She recently sent her son off to college and of course, having a high schooler myself, I was interested in learning more about her experience. What We Cover: Want to skip straight to a specific topic? See timestamps below. But of course, we recommend listening all the way through to get all the great advice and tips! 2:25 An introduction to Sally Kuzemchak 3:24 Advice for parents whose...
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Sports Nutrition for Kids and Teens
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On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we're joined by Tony Castillo, a sports and performance dietitian who helps athletes perform at their best without fad diets and unnecessary supplements. Tony brought his expertise to the podcast to talk all things sports nutrition for kids and teens while dispelling a lot of popular myths. Tony shared tried and true nutrition practices, insight on what to eat before and after big games, and what to look for in supplements. On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we're joined by Tony Castillo, a sports and performance...
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Sports Psychologist Tips For Supporting Your Teen Athlete's Mental Health
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On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Neff, a licensed clinical sports psychologist, to talk about young athletes and their mental health. While there's a lot of fun and joy in kid and teen sports, it can also create stress and anxiety. Dr. Neff shared lots of amazing insights and tips to help us tackle mental health in a proactive way that helps kids and teens build their mental fitness and creates environments where they can feel safe working through their feelings and managing their anxiety around sports. What We Cover: Want to skip straight to a...
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Tech Tips & Apps That Make Life Easier
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On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we're joined by Jennifer Johnstone Lopez to chat all things tech and how we can use apps, platforms, and cool gadgets to make life easier! Jennifer is a wealth of knowledge and shared tons of apps she uses to maximize her limited free time and be super efficient when it comes to things like everyday tasks, meal planning, house chores and more. One recurring thread in so many of my conversations with friends, colleagues and fellow parents is too many to-dos and not enough time. When you're juggling a million responsibilities, it's natural...
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Budget Travel Hacks
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On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we're joined by Lauren Gay to chat all things budget travel. Lauren is a travel writer, podcaster and social media influencer who is passionate about inspiring and empowering black women to step out of their comfort zones for new experiences in travel and adventure. She joined us to share tons of tips that make travel accessible for all budgets including how to save on airfare, take advantage of reward systems, and tips for working with travel agents. Summer break is here and we could all use a vacation! Inflation is driving...
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What is Fair Trade?
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On this episode of the Healthy Family Project Podcast, we’re joined by Kim Chackal to get a crash course on all things Fair Trade. You may have heard the term or seen the label on a coffee package, but what does it mean? Kim breaks down what the Fairtrade label means, how much more expensive are Fairtrade products, and how Fairtrade agreements help farmers. These days, there are so many labels and buzzwords on food packaging, it’s hard to decipher what they all mean. One label that you’ve probably seen or heard of is the Fairtrade label. The most common fair trade commodities are...
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This episode of the Healthy Family Project podcast is all about how to get started with gardening. Heather Manzo gives us a crash course on different types of gardening and what to consider before deciding which style best suits your space and lifestyle.
Gardening is a relaxing hobby that requires a decent time commitment but offers big rewards and positively impacts the environment. Whether you have a small balcony or large backyard, you can work with your space and choose plants that can thrive in your environment.
From edible landscapes and container gardens to flower beds and indoor gardens, it's all about balancing your goals with your limitations. Heather gives us a crash course on different types of gardens and their benefits, plus useful tips to help you succeed and work on your green thumb.
What We Cover:
Want to skip straight to a hot topic? See timestamps below. But of course, we recommend listening all the way through to get all the great tips and tricks!
- 2:45 Get to know Heather
- 4:47 How can beginners get started with gardening?
- 6:23 Limitations to consider when deciding what to do with your space
- 8:06 Beginner-friendly plants
- 11:05 What are companion plants?
- 12:46 How to select native plants for your garden?
- 14:08 What is a plant palette?
- 16:20 What are the benefits of container gardening?
- 20:20 How to attract bees and butterflies?
- What you need to know about soil and composting?
- How to choose plants that will work well with your environment?
- What can the act of growing plants do for us?
- Hot takes
About Our Guest, Heather Manzo
Heather Manzo is the executive director at the Allegheny County Conservation District. Heather is passionate about preserving the world around her and helping others discover how they can make a difference in our current environment. She practices permaculture and urban ag at her home, tends to grow pumpkin patches in her front yard, and in her free time documents the plants and people of wild places armed with hiking boots, a camera and plenty of trail mix.
Relevant Links
- 16 Gardening Tools for Kids
- How Gardening Can Improve Mental Health
- 4 Steps to a Backyard Garden
- 8 Fruits & Veggies You Can Regrow From Scraps
- 10 Beginner Steps to Starting a Garden
- How to Grow Milkweed
- USDA hardiness zone map
- Mother Earth News, ‘What to plant now tool’.
- Lead guidelines
Other Podcast Episodes to Check Out:
- Episode 64: Tips to Declutter Your Home
- Episode 48: Self-Care for Busy Families
- Episode 36: Dietitian-Approved Healthy Grocery Shopping Tips