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Photography by Karen DB Photography Healthy “Caramel” Dip with Apples Ingredients:1 cup raw cashews1 cup pitted medjool dates1/4 cup maple syrup2 teaspoons vanillaA pinch of sea saltWater used for soaking datesDirections:1. Soak the cashews in water for 2…
The Making of a Super Kid: 15 Fab Foods to Build Strong Minds and Bodies
For busy parents, whipping up three nutrient-packed, wholesome meals per day, plus healthy snacks, can sometimes feel downright impossible. “Here in Hawaii, many families get home late because parents may spend hours commuting each day or work more than…
Tips for making healthy kids' meals
Kathy's Simple Handroll “My kids enjoy this easy-to-prepare snack,” says nutritionist Kathy Price, R.D. Note: Amount and proportions can be adjusted to suit individual taste. Ingredients: • Cooked rice “I use Gen Ji Mai rice, which is a lightly polished…
Part 2: Simple Recipe for Homemade Fruit Roll-Ups
In last week's blog post, I mentioned that our family would be experimenting with a recipe for homemade fruit leathers after finding a recipe online. This week, I'm glad to report that our inaugural efforts to make strawberry li…
Bento Lunch Boxes Promote Healthy Eating
PlanetBox Lunch Boxes When it comes to healthy eating, kids are no different than their parents. They crave variety, and they eat with their eyes before they eat with their stomachs. Give them a head start by packing a home…
Pagoda Hotel
Pagoda Hotel "Surrounded by dramatic koi ponds and a tranquil Japanese garden, the Pagoda Floating Restaurant and teahouses offer a unique and relaxing dining experience like no other. Featuring a blend of Asian, Western and Hawaiian flavors, our award-winning buffets…
3-2-1 ... Happy New You!
According to registered dietitian Tara Gidus, also known as the Diet Diva, “Prime weight-loss season is upon us, and the need for realistic, achievable and tasty ways to make healthy lifestyle changes is as important as ever.” Help yourself to…
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Sour JacksPucker Up for a Sweet (and Sour) Chance to Win Everyone loves to win, but how about having some fun in the process? With that in mind, Sour Jacks®, the mouth-puckering sour and sweet chewy candy brand, launches the…
Good Health in Your 20s, 30s and 40s+
Good Health in Your 20s, 30s and 40s+ A typical morning for Mom/Dad:Wake up at 5 a.m., get snacks and lunches packed, prep homework folders and backpacks, fix breakfast for the family, feed the dogs, shower, get ready, wake the…
HONOLULU Family Recipe: Try This Sweet and Tangy Grilled Chicken Salad
Healthy, tasty and easy chicken salad you can enjoy for lunch or dinner.
Go Pho It!
Craving something warm, hearty, packed with flavor and good foryour health? Grab the family and head over to the new Pho Vietnam in Kapolei for a “good for you” tasty meal even the keiki will enjoy. Owners and sister-in-laws Sylvia…
Four Steps to Healthy Family Meals
Weight Watchers Eat! Move! Play! A Parent's Guide for Raising Healthy, Happy Kids (Wiley Publishing, March 2010) is designed to help the whole family develop a positive relationship with their own bodies, a taste for nutritious foods and a love…
Managing Food Allergies at School
Food allergies can be life threatening. Accidental exposure to foods to which students are allergic can be reduced if schools work with students, parents and physicians to minimize risks and provide a safe educational environment. Family's Responsibilities • Notify the…
