The Twelfth Healthy & Fit Family
June 5th, 2007 by Cindy Hebbard
Hello All,
For the first time, I will be hosting the “Healthy and Fit Family” carnival this month, and it is full of interesting, and sometimes tasty, little gems for those of us who choose to make a vibrant contribution to the next generation’s well-being. Enjoy!
Stephanie suggests that Family Fun on the Water may be an ideal way for anyone and everyone to stay in shape while having lots of fun! You don’t need a pool or the ocean nearby; just a few towels and swimwear and off you go. This post may be found at Time for Exercise.
The Great Doula Search, found at vbac adventure provides us with Kendra’s personal story as she readies her family for a blessed addition. Afterall; family health begins with a happy and healthy entry into the world. And one of the best ways to give birth to your baby is with the help of a loving doula.
An extremely well researched piece by Expat Chef, A Childhood Nutrition Series: Complete Index is a nine-part series covering the childhood obesity epidemic, food marketing to kids, and what parents can do about it. I especially enjoyed the chapter on solutions, and look forward to much more on the topic.
Wild Greens is as delightful little post on one of my most favorite topics and activities to do with children (and grown-ups, too) of all ages. Greens, especially wild ones, provide us with some of the most easily digested and utilized calcium, magnesium, iron, vitamins, (other) minerals and phytonutrients available. And it’s a lot of fun! Try putting a handful in your salad, omlette or quiche. If you’re vegetarian or vegan, try Stephanie’s recipe, substituting sauteed tempeh pieces for the bacon. Yum!
My contribution this month is a bit of welcome information for most families. Just Say NO to Mosquitoes helps folks to understand how we can safely keep the biting little pests off our loved ones without the use of potentially dangerous chemicals. Aaaaah; I can hear your sighs of relief from here!
Common sense coupled with thriftiness; this post is about adults, but introducing these habits for the whole family sounds like a great way for everyone to be healthy. 12 Cheap Ways To Keep Fit And Stay Healthy offers a sound approach and good information.
Who’d have thought that Dirt is good for your child? Here are some of the research links to prove that it’s true. Today, just tell the kids, “Go play in the dirt!”
Get this; cows are being bred to produce low-fat milk! What’ll they think of next? Meet Marge: The World’s First NonFat Dairy Cow tells us of this lone dairy cow (and her daughters) from New Zealand and the possibilities she possesses.
Exercise should be intergenerational. Resistance training can make Grandma’s and Grandpa’s, and even our own, muscles youthful again. Resistance Training Reverses Aging will tell us how!
And even the smallest babies can enjoy a good walk in nature. Check out the great photos in Hiking in the Marsh on Sunday. Happy baby!
Submissions may be sent for the “13th Healthy & Fit Family” carnival, to be hosted at Babylune on July 3rd, and you may enjoy the Healthy and Fit Family archives, as well.
Enjoy the family life and please be well!
Thanks for hosting the the carnival Cindy. You’ve written a great summary of ten great posts.
Thank you for hosting, and for including my post. I guess the bacon does detract from the healthfulness of that recipe! Thanks for the substitution suggestion!
Ya thanks Cindy. I appreciate you hosting it.