I will be the first to admit that my family isn’t as healthy as I’d like, but I believe we have a pretty balanced diet even though Colton is a picky eater. My motto has always been “everything in moderation” and I believe that has helped us avoid health problems and weight gain, but still eat some of the things we love.
Here are a few things I’m doing to make sure we have a balanced diet:
- Here in the heart of the meat-and-potato part of the nation, I am cooking 1-2 meatless meals per week.
- Gardening (I can’t wait to start this year!)
- Color, color, color. I make sure meals consist of a lot of color!
- Homemade desserts instead of prepackaged with added ingredients like whole grains and flax seed.
And, since we are chatting about kids and balanced diets, I want to share a few of my recipes that I consider healthy.
Overnight Fridge Oatmeal: Mix these 4 ingredients, leave in the fridge overnight and you’ve got oatmeal in the morning! You can make with whole grains and add ingredients like flaxseed and cinnamon.
Pomegranate, Quinoa and Toasted Pecan Salad Would you believe that just a few months ago was my first time tasting Quinoa and Pomegranates? Part of a balanced diet is trying new things, you’ll never know if you like them unless you try them!
BBQ Chicken Baked Potatoes with Cauliflower Mash In addition to serving veggies, sometimes I like to add them in meals. For a healthier version of this, top with grilled veggies instead of barbecue chicken. Yum!
Here are some of my favorite resources for healthy living and recipes:
- Delighted Momma
- Pinterest {Here’s my healthy living Pinterest board}
- Weelicious – Fast and Fresh Food for Kids {and adults!}
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