Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds
May 2021
Gardening for Kids
Having a hard time getting your kids to try fruits and vegetables? Gardening may help! If a child helps in the growing and harvesting of fruits and vegetables, it is shown they are more likely to try those nutritious foods. Gardening can also help to get more physical activity and increase a child's curiosity and boost their self confidence. This article has tons of tips and tricks on getting started in the garden.
https://www.eatright.org/food/nutrition/eating-as-a-family/kids-in-the-garden-nutritious-and-fun
Gardening is a fun physical activity, providing you with great tasting produce and, ultimately, saves you trips to the store. In addition, it's a perfect way to teach children about where food comes from. If you've always wanted to start a garden and haven't, why not start this year? Check out this article for tips on how to start your own garden.
https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/eat-right-on-a-budget/grow-your-own-food
Container Gardens
Limited on outside space for a garden? Don't let that stop you! Starting a container garden is a great option for those lacking outdoor space for a garden. Container gardens are great for your porch, patio, or other outdoor space. Herbs grow great in containers as do sugar snap peas and cherry tomatoes. This article has some great tips and tricks on how to grow a successful container garden.
Roasted Asparagus Recipe
Asparagus is one of the first vegetables grown in the spring. It is a great source of folate, iron and potassium. It also is high in vitamins A and C. Next time you make chicken, lamb, or fish, try serving it with this recipe for roasted asparagus.
https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/recipes/roasted-spring-asparagus-recipe
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