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View the story "#aicrchat: Helping Kids Eat Healthy Now and Throughout Life" on Storify#aicrchat: Helping Kids Eat Healthy Now and Throughout LifeStorified by · Tue, Apr 23 2013 18:23:01@FitNutrition -- almost ready for our #aicrchat?? few more minutes!AICR @FitNutrition -- almost ready for our #aicrchat?? few more minutes!AICR Hi, So excited to be here! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liangok, it's time. Welcome all to #aicrchat on kids’ nutrition: @abenderrd is leading & happy to have @fitnutrition of Superkids Nutrition.AICR Our chats are 1 hour -please include #aicrchat so all can follow thread, looking forward to great conversation!AICR #aicr So happy to be here! @fitnutrition #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangThnx for joining us Melissa -what’s the biggest challenge parents tell you they have in making sure kids eat healthfully? #aicrchatAlice BenderIt's combating a society filled with too many tempting highly refined foods! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang#aicrchat -and fitting in healthy eating with a busy schedule! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangHi! So excited to be here! I think the biggest challenge parents have is lack of time and lack of knowledge of easy, healthy prep! #aicrchatThe Nutrition TwinsWhat's one simple thing you recommend to get started? #aicrchatAlice Bender#aicrchat So plan ahead and take weekends to plan out 2-3 family dinners for the week #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangCreate theme nights a few days of the week to make it easy, taco Tuesday's, Friday wraps -all with veggies of course #aicrchat #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@ABenderRD Read the #Labels on the back of products #AICRchatChristopher OteyHi NutritionTwins, glad you're here! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAgree! Family dinners serve so many purposes, & better eating is clearly one. Love the theme idea! #aicrchatKaren CollinsRT @noaidsinoregon: @ABenderRD Read the #Labels on the back of products #AICRchatAICR So true, read the nutrition facts & the ingredients together! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWelcome to everyone - What do you find most challenging in helping kids eat healthfully? #aicrchatAlice Bender@FitNutrition Love the idea of theme night! We did that growing up and it really helped. I try to do it now too&so do our clients! #aicrchatThe Nutrition Twins@FitNutrition So happy to be here, great topic!! #aicrchatThe Nutrition TwinsMeal time matters -Getting kids involved in meal time helps! Have them set the table, wash the veggies and measure the ingredients #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangParents say, it's getting kids to try the first bite! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSo having them help prepare the foods, and getting kids to try food art! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSo having them help prepare the foods, and getting kids to try food art! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangTheme nites r just one example. Need to emphasize starting w/ kids that healthy eating is delish & fun - not punishment. #aicrchatKaren CollinsTry food art for play dates -I’ve found it a great way to get kids to try new foods ow.ly/km8Yw #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangIt's so helpful to prep food in advance when possible-- wash and cut veggies and fruits, etc. And freeze leftovers 4 quick meal! #aicrchatThe Nutrition TwinsI was able to get a 5 year to try olives with this: ow.ly/km94X -now he asks for them whenever he comes over #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWhat are some examples of how you get your children to try & like new foods? #aicrchatAlice BenderYes, making healthy foods a punishment and sweets as a reward -makes sweets more desirable. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liangthat does look pretty great! @fitnutrition #aicrchatAICR I rec'd to use hunger as your friend, serve new veggies then when they're more likely to try it. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @NutritionTwins: helpful to prep food in advance-- wash & cut veggies & fruits, etc. And freeze leftovers 4 quick meal! #aicrchatAlice BenderAlso when trying veggies that you do not typically serve offer it in a different form, or shape #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liangsometime it’s just a matter of texture over taste #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangCute! RT @FitNutrition: Try food art for play dates - a great way to get kids to try new foods ow.ly/km8Yw #aicrchatAlice BenderBased on age & child's interests, describing certain foods as what top athletes eat, what ppl in certain country eat, etc.= cool #aicrchatKaren CollinsTry something different like spring rolls with lettuce and carrots dipped in peanut sauce #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangTry something different like spring rolls with lettuce and carrots dipped in peanut sauce #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang;ightly steamed edamame, (which kids enjoy popping out of the pods) served with soy sauce, is also a kid friendly choice #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangDips always a hit! And like @FitNutrition peanut sauce, they can be healthy! Fruits dips gr8 too. #aicrchatKaren CollinsLet them emulate their favorite sports hero, like KarenCollinsRD says.... #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWhat about when kids are on food jags? Go with the flow or steer them another direction? #aicrchatAlice BenderPerfect for after school RT @FitNutrition: Use hunger as your friend, serve new veggies then when theyre more likely to try it. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNTry something REALLY different like PURPLE sweet potatoes or carrots. Kids love AMAZING colors! #AICRchat pic.twitter.com/iub3La31wKDayle HayesOr in my case, I've seen kids eat blueberries because they wanted to be super smart like super baby Abigail from the super crew #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangFood jags happen, I worked with a child who only ate beige foods for a while. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@sweetfoodie welcome! #aicrchatAlice Bender@SchoolMealsRock Welcome - I love purple carrots too! #aicrchatAlice Bender@ABenderRD so glad to be here :) #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNSo I created the Super Color tracker in response to working w/her -and it worked! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangHere's the color tracker: superkidsnutrition.com/skn11/wp-conte… #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangHere's the color tracker: superkidsnutrition.com/skn11/wp-conte… #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangHere's the color tracker: superkidsnutrition.com/skn11/wp-conte… #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangPurple carrots, purple potatoes...take kids to the farmer's market so they explore foods in new colors! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangPurple carrots, purple potatoes...take kids to the farmer's market so they explore foods in new colors! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAlso for taco night, if you make enough at dinner you can change it to leftovers for lunch with a taco salad. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangBYO ... BUILD your own ... tacos, pizza, stuffed potatoes! Lots of options ... child's love to personalize! #AICRchatDayle Hayes@FitNutrition My family loves leftovers! #aicrchatAlice Bender@ABenderRD yes - Ellyn Satter recommends the bread on the table strategy too - takes some of the pressure off of parents & kids #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDN@FitNutrition Thanks so much! We are thrilled to hear that! #aicrchatHealthyDiningFinderGlad you like the color tracker -our tool kits have all sorts of trackers: ow.ly/kmkUk #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@sweetfoodie Ellyn Satter has great advice - kept me sane. #aicrchatAlice BenderI love leftover makeovers! MT @FitNutrition: For taco night, if you make enough at dinner, change leftovers into taco salad. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDN@ABenderRD Thank you! We're excited to be here! #aicrchatHealthyDiningFinderLove this to help kids embrace Rainbow Eating! RT @FitNutrition: Heres the color tracker: superkidsnutrition.com/skn11/wp-conte… #aicrchatKaren CollinsKids will eat according to hunger accept for highly palatable foods -which even preschool age kids will overeat. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangYes! Everyone wins when stress is removed from the meals RT @ABenderRD: @sweetfoodie Ellyn Satter has great advice - kept me sane. #aicrchatCaroline Kaufman RDNHaving kids choose their own toppings for meals is a Hit! Toppings for pizza, salads, pasta, rice dishes @FitNutrition #AICRchatSarah KoszykMaybe where u got bread-on-table advice I used it too. RT @ABenderRD: @sweetfoodie Ellyn Satter has great advice - kept me sane. #aicrchatKaren CollinsThat's why it's so important to serve them healthy foods. I love the USDA parenting guidelines: ow.ly/kml1B #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSo true! RT @FitNutrition Kids will eat according 2 hunger except 4 highly palatable foods-which even preschool kids will overeat #AICRchatElisa Zied@FitNutrition For example - foods with lots of sugar and added fat? Candy, pastries? #aicrchatAlice BenderMake meal time relaxing and not rushed whenever possible -if kids have assigned kitchen tasks it can help. Create routine #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangBYO ... BUILD your own ... salad bar, pasta bar, potato bar, taco bar! Lots of options ... kid's love to personalize! #AICRchatDayle HayesParents often assume kids will pick up vegetable-eating as they get older. #aicrchatKaren CollinsHelp screen out foods with too many refined sugars, added fat, and white flour with objective measures -like the fooducate app #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangYet studies suggest low veggie consumption in kids often continues as teens & adults. #aicrchatKaren CollinsI took a few kids to the grocery store and had them screen certain foods, they were able to choose the healthier indulgent option #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangStudies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsStudies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsStudies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsStudies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsStudies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsSupports new independence with limits MT @SchoolMealsRock: Build your own salads, potato bar, taco bar! Kids love to personalize! #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNFor sweets, choose kid size portions. This weekend, we had ice-cream the 3 and 7 year old had little tiny cones -the right size! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangYes! RT @FitNutrition Make meal time relaxing and not rushed whenever possible -if kids have assigned kitchen tasks it can help. #AICRchatNatalia Stasenko, RDModel the behaviors you want to see. Talk less, model more ... #AICRchatDayle HayesYes, eating habits early in life are linked to eating habits later. There is a road to health & a road to chronic disease #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @KarenCollinsRD: Studies say seeing parents not only eat but ENJOY vegetables is among best predictors of kids eating veggies. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNWell-said! RT @SchoolMealsRock: Model the behaviors you want to see. Talk less, model more ... #aicrchatKaren CollinsSo agreed! Modeling is key -be a good role model by not bringing too much junk into the house and choosing healthy foods for you #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang#AICRchat Make dinner table the happiest place in the houseNatalia Stasenko, RDPlant it, grow it, eat it, enjoy it ... pride in gardening grows a long way to great eating habits. #AICRchatDayle HayesGood to remember! RT @FitNutrition For sweets, choose kid size portions. #AICRchatSkinny MomWe also model by being more active, like biking on weekends. Sometimes we bike for ice-cream showing calories in vs. out #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang#AICRchat Make healthy foods like veggies taste good. Kids go for flavor.Natalia Stasenko, RD@KarenCollinsRD Yes, so important that everyone in the family is enjoying healthy choices at home and dining out #aicrchat #restaurantHealthyDiningFinderGood tip for adults AND kids! Ask for the kid size at ice cream parlors. MT @FitNutrition: For sweets, choose kid size portions. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNMake meals a positive experience. Don’t let dinner be the time when family members vent frustration. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangEnjoy planting, enjoy tending, enjoy harvesting, enjoy cooking, enjoy eating ... ENJOY! #AICRchatDayle HayesYes! RT @SchoolMealsRock: Plant it, grow it, eat it, enjoy it ... pride in gardening grows a long way to great eating habits. #aicrchatAlice BenderParents’ role in veggie-eating by kids age 6-11 per multi-study review: Encouragmt helps – Pressure doesn’t. #aicrchatKaren CollinsParents’ role in veggie-eating by kids age 6-11 per multi-study review: Encouragmt helps – Pressure doesn’t. #aicrchatKaren CollinsParents’ role in veggie-eating by kids age 6-11 per multi-study review: Encouragmt helps – Pressure doesn’t. #aicrchatKaren CollinsBeautifully said. RT @NataliaStasenko: #AICRchat Make dinner table the happiest place in the house #aicrchatAlice BenderEven on difficult days, try your best to role model the right mealtime behavior. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangHow do u respond to “But everybody’s eating cheetos, or their mom always gives them chips".” #aicrchatAlice BenderRT @KarenCollinsRD: Becoming fast food personal chef to keep everyone happy tempting, but doesn't help widen food tastes. #aicrchatJill WeisenbergerYes! Encourage don't pressure -use hunger as your friend. I've been able to get kids to eat new veggies when served as appetizers #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangLess familiar veggies such as jicama (pronounced Hic-a-ma), celery, or sugar snap peas may spark his/her interest. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangNEW article: Online 4-23-13 PEDIATRICS Food-Related Parenting Practices and Adolescent Weight Status: A Population Based Study #AICRchatDayle HayesRT @KarenCollinsRD: Based on age, describing certain foods as what top athletes eat, what ppl in certain country eat, etc.= cool #aicrchatJill WeisenbergerPut joy back into eating RT @SchoolMealsRock7m Enjoy planting, enjoy tending, enjoy harvesting, enjoy cooking, enjoy eating ENJOY! #AICRchatNatalia Stasenko, RDSet limits and provide healthier alternatives. Show them how healthy foods are good for their hair, skin and nails #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSo, so important RT @FitNutrition: Even on difficult days, try your best to role model the right mealtime behavior. #AICRchatJill WeisenbergerHow to respond @ABenderRD? Not easy, but prime teaching moment. Reinforcing message abt respect for body and taking care of it. #aicrchatKaren CollinsWe also say, this is the way the Liang's do it! Now your kids can take pride in it. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangFeeds into other parenting messages abt drugs/booze/keeping active – self-care regardless of what others do. #aicrchatKaren CollinsEasier if hlthy eating doesn’t have to be “perfect”. Can talk about “sometimes” foods w/o making them rewards. #aicrchatKaren CollinsAt recent tasting, a mom said my child wont' try it. I said do you want to run faster, jump higher & he ate the whole sample! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWe need to make when other kids are eating Cheetos, we have healthier options available too. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @KarenCollinsRD: Easier if healthy eating doesn’t have 2 be “perfect”. Can talk about “sometimes” foods w/o making them rewards #aicrchatElisa ZiedNeophobia is tough. But parents often give up on a new food after 3-5 tries. Experts recomm: 8-15 tries minimum. #aicrchatKaren CollinsHave a system– always, sometimes, and rarely foods – explain that cookies are not taboo but are a food to be eaten less #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWhen it’s not a special occasion to have an unhealthy snack, have an alternative go-to food #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangNew foods -Present new vegetables among favorites think chopped up jicama beside their beloved cooked carrots #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangForbidden fruit becomes all the sweeter! "Sometimes" works! RT @FitNutrition: Have a system– always, sometimes & rarely foods... #aicrchatKaren CollinsMust be as determined as child. MT @KarenCollinsRD: parents often give up on new fd after 3-5 tries. Exprts rec: 8-15 tries min. #aicrchatAlice BenderAnd teach kids WHY foods get their rating! RT @FitNutrition: Have a system– always, sometimes, and rarely foods... #aicrchatKaren CollinsYes, hold your ground and provide a healthier alternative – it will get easier with time. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAlso don't be limited by your own food choices, my daughter loves sushi, I don't like it. Offer healthy foods you don't like. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWhat do you think of “stealth nutrition”, adding veggie purees, etc. to foods unseen? #aicrchatKaren CollinsWhat about encouraging physical activity too? Seems to go along w/healthy eating. #aicrchatAlice BenderI think I've done this for years, but not with purpose. For example adding pureed carrots or sweet potatoes to tomato sauce. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSuch great tips for parents! These little things can add up to such big change! #aicrchatHealthyDiningFinderMy kids were a gift to ME in reminder exercise = play! RT @ABenderRD: What about encouraging physical activity too?... #aicrchatKaren CollinsSometime being stealth is a way to get kids to become familiar with new tastes #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@KarenCollinsRD Great to amp up meal health by adding stealth fruits & veg, but they need to be given in whole form too. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNOr I've had some kids shun veggies and so we focus at first on getting more color diversity through fruits, beans, &whole grains #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangMaybe 1 of many ways 2 enc veggies. MT @KarenCollinsRD: What do u thnk of “stealth nutrition” adding veggie purees, etc. to foods? #aicrchatAlice BenderStealth? Me, too. I consider hidden veggies grt way to incr nutrients in food for all, not as replacement of visible veggies. #aicrchatKaren CollinsAgree! MT @KarenCollinsRD: I consider hidden veggies grt way to incr nutrients in food, not as replacement of visible veggies. #aicrchatCaroline Kaufman RDNFor young kids, teach them how foods work in their body with activities: ow.ly/km9cD #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangFor young kids, teach them how foods work in their body with activities: ow.ly/km9cD #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangMakes kids think veggeies are so gross they need to be hidden RT @KarenCollinsRD8m What do you think of “stealth nutrition”? #AICRchatNatalia Stasenko, RDStealth veggies can be good for entire family too! #aicrchatAlice BenderA child may not like cooked broccoli, but may like raw broccoli slaw mixed with his/her favorite low-fat ranch dressing -mix it up #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAbsolutely! I was stealthful long before kids! RT @ABenderRD: Stealth veggies can be good for entire family too! #aicrchatKaren CollinsYes, stealth veggies are good for dads too! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@KarenCollinsRD Love it, Karen. Stealthful before it was cool. #aicrchatAlice BenderIt's easy to think a child doesn't like a food, but zucchini cut into coins vs shredded, cooked or raw -all taste different. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @FitNutrition: For young kids, teach them how foods work in their body with activities: ow.ly/km9cD #aicrchatThe Nutrition TwinsWhat are some ideas for eating on run with kids? Not ideal, but it happens. #aicrchatAlice BenderPlus kids don’t miss a beat, and hearing you talk about what they don’t like will likely increase their resistance. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangMy view on hidden veges amdietetics.com/articles/veget… #aicrchatAnne Myers-Dietitian@ABenderRD Prep in advance so you can grab & go when you need to. Baggies of trail mix, cheese sticks, mandarin oranges all good #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNPlan ahead!If I know the next day is busy & I have to pack snack for girl scouts, I'll defrost a bag of frozen mango in the fridge #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangI think w/ stealth veggies, it's attitude. Just a flavorful ingredient. My 5yr old thought all spaghetti sauce had chppd carrots! #aicrchatKaren Collins@ABenderRD always have water with you for kids. They can confuse hunger w/ thirst. Have them drink before their on-the-go snack #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDN@northwnutrition Nice! #aicrchatAlice BenderAlso kids love frozen corn, peas, raspberries -right out of the bag. It's easy to grab and fun to eat. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangFrozen pistachios are great too, an easy on-the-go snack. Yes frozen -they taste amazing! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAlso frozen blueberries are fun, because you can have a "blue tooth" contest to see whose teeth are the most blue. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangIt's also impt to set an example when you set the table: health.usnews.com/health-news/bl… RT @FitNutrition #AICRchat #rolemodelBonnie Taub-Dix@ABenderRD more and more restaurants have healthier choices to cater to families on the run #KidsLiveWell makes it easy to find #aicrchatHealthyDiningFinderBut planning ahead is key, packing the snacks the night before or the morning of, makes a big difference. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @northwnutrition: My view on hidden veges amdietetics.com/articles/veget… #aicrchatKaren CollinsRT @northwnutrition: My view on hidden veges amdietetics.com/articles/veget… #aicrchatKaren CollinsString cheese, health granola bars, fresh or dried fruit work too. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangAgree! RT @KarenCollinsRD: I think w/ stealth veggies, it's attitude. My 5yr old thought all spaghetti sauce had chppd carrots! #aicrchatBonnie Taub-DixFrozen fruit/veg = great for kids after summer sports. Refreshing & Healthy. MT @FitNutrition: Kids love frozen peas, raspberries #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNYep, healthydiningfinder! When you're beat and over-tired dining out can help give you enough time to exercise. Just choose right #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangYum! @FitNutrition Frozen pistachios are great too, an easy on-the-go snack. Yes frozen -they taste amazing! #AICRchatHealthyDiningFinderAnd she'll probably always make it that way! MT @KarenCollinsRD: My 5yr old thought all spaghetti sauce had chppd carrots! #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNHere's a healthy whole grain fruit bar. We make this and freeze them for on-the-go snacks: ow.ly/kmmBI #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangWhat about when kids want to go to fast food places? Strategies? #aicrchatAlice Bender@eatsmartbd @FitNutrition When my son helps in the kitchen, it's about showing him healthy ISN'T bland. Lots of variety #aicrchat #rolemodelTanisha Snack Recipe for Kids! MT @FitNutrition: A whole grain fruit bar. We make & freeze for on-the-go snacks: ow.ly/kmmBI #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNFirst I'd ask why. If it's because of a commercial -use it as an opportunity to discuss advertisers aims and how to out smart them #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangIf they still want to go, remember you have options, including offering a healthier alternative-like hiking &having a picnic lunch #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangIf a parent turns their noses up at #veggies don't expect a child to put out a welcome mat to them. #aicrchat @aicrtweetsBonnie Taub-DixIf you still want to go -discuss healthier options and what they mean and how you feel when choosing these foods. #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang@eatsmartbd I love the visual :) #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNI love healthy isn't bland! Healthy can be full of taste and fun.Like these tasty enchiladas: ow.ly/kmmOO #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangThat's it! RT @eatsmartbd: If parents turn noses up at veggies dont expect a child to put out a welcome mat to them #aicrchat #aicrchatKaren CollinsI let kids explore new spices. Once my daughter put ground cardamom on apples instead of cinnamon -now I love it #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang5 more minutes. Everyone, share your fav after school snack for kids. Its a sprint to the end.... #aicrchatAlice BenderSo true @eatsmartbd. We have to try new foods too. Sometimes you discover new foods thru your kids. I love olives now b/c of this #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangMy son made his own "special spice" mix he added to foods. It worked! RT @FitNutrition: I let kids explore new spices. #aicrchatKaren CollinsJicama slaw, Broccoli slaw, marinated cucumbers, sliced bell peppers. I always offer veggies 1st after school to increase intake! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liangmore... hummus and baked blue corn chips, cinnamon and sliced apples, frozen fruit, frozen corn and peas #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangSnack: plain yogurt + make your own creation by adding choice of fruits. #aicrchatKaren CollinsThanks so much be sure to check out our Healthy Kids Today, Prevent Cancer tomorrow campaign! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangRT @FitNutrition: Thanks so much be sure to check out our Healthy Kids Today, Prevent Cancer tomorrow campaign! #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNTime to wrap up! This was great; clearly lot of great ideas on helping kids eat healthy that we need to get out there. #aicrchatAICR From us & @ABenderRD @FitNutrition - thx to ALL who joined. #aicrchat We’re going to storify this chat tmw: aicr.org/aicrchat/AICR Thanks for joining everyone - such great ideas. Anyone else hungry now? #aicrchatAlice BenderVisit www.aicr/healthykids.com and superkidsnutrition.com/healthykids to learn more #AICRchatMelissa Halas-LiangThank you for hosting tonight. #AICRchatRobin KushnerThis was a wonderful chat - thanks to the organizers for getting us all talking about such an important topic. #AICRchatCaroline Kaufman RDNHave to work out first but yes I'm hungry! #AICRchatMelissa Halas-Liang& for other info/ideas on kids/nutrition- free toolkits you can download. aicr.org/healthykids/ -- goodnight! #aicrchatAICR Great chat! Thank you! #aicrchatHealthyDiningFinderTY! we loved doing it MT @sweetfoodie: This was a wonderful chat - thanks to the organizers for getting us all talking. #aicrchatAICR Love what @FitNutrition & AICR are doing: AICR’s Healthy Kids Today – Prevent Cancer Tomorrow. Toolkits: aicr.org/healthykids/ #aicrchatKaren CollinsRT @aicrtweets: & for other info/ideas on kids/nutrition- free toolkits you can download. aicr.org/healthykids/ -- goodnight! #aicrchatJill WeisenbergerRT @aicrtweets: & for other info/ideas on kids/nutrition- free toolkits you can download. aicr.org/healthykids/ -- goodnight! #aicrchatMenu Dietitian@ABenderRD Terrific job leading tonight's #AICRchat on hlthy eating 4 kids. Wish all parents could get the boost of our enthusiasm.Karen CollinsOh yeah! @Schoolmealsrock Enjoy planting, enjoy tending, enjoy harvesting, enjoy cooking, enjoy eating ... ENJOY! #AICRchatMenu Dietitian