November Family Tips
- Avoid bacteria by buying foods that need to be refrigerated last when you are grocery shopping.
- Defrost meat in the refrigerator is a good food safety practice.
- Scrub the cantaloupe before slicing into it to prevent bacteria contamination.
- If lunches are made at home the night before, keep them in the refrigerator until it’s time to go. Make sure the refrigerator is 40° F or below at all times and use an appliance thermometer to check the temperature.
- Parsnips look like white carrots. They are sweet and are a good source of fiber. Try them this fall; eat them raw on salads or bake them in the oven like fries.
- Indoor workouts can help keep your family fit through winter and present an opportunity to try new exercises.
- Use a separate cutting board when slicing meat and vegetables to prevent cross contamination of bacteria.
- While shopping for food, check out the sell by dates to make sure they are current.
- Make sure your child knows to throw out all used food packaging and perishable leftovers.
Do not reuse plastic bags as they could contaminate other foods leading to foodborne illness.
- Use an insulated soft-sided bag if possible. It’s best for keeping food cold.
- When cooking eggs make sure the yolk and white are firm, not runny.
- Put all leftovers into the refrigerator.
- Use paper towels to clean the kitchen surfaces instead of a dish towel.
- Praise children when they are active. Show your kids the importance of exercise.
- Keep a physical activity chart on your refrigerator to encourage kids to be active every day.
- Keep an eye on cholesterol by reading the food labels.
- Let the kids enjoy pomegranates this fall.
- If you child is not into sports, it's best not to pressure them. There are many other activities they can choose from that are not competitive.
- Make gravy with broth this year. Traditional gravies with turkey drippings are high in calories and fat.
- Make holiday cooking healthier by making a few adjustments to the recipe.
- Cut 100% whole wheat bread into fun shapes with cookie cutters for your child's sandwich.
- Add a few extra fruits and vegetables to those holiday recipes and increase the vitamins and minerals your child will be eating.
- Teach kids to eat slowly and savor their food.
- Try using nonstick spray instead of butter or oil when greasing the baking pans.
- Holiday season can be very hectic. Stay active. Don’t mistake being busy for being active. You still need 60-90 minutes of exercise each day.
- Remember that it is never too late to start a routine family dinner. Just find an appropriate time that works best for your family.
- Children like things that are familiar. Repeat favorite activities often, adding slight variations.
- Take your children to the grocery store to help you shop for food. Have them choose one new fruit or vegetable to try each week.
- Cut out pancakes with cookie cutters and decorate them with fruit, nuts and yogurt.
- Black beans are a better choice because they have less fat than refried beans
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