As summer fun winds down it’s time to mentally prepare for the hustle and bustle of back to school! With the purchasing of back to school supplies, start up of extra curricular activities and PTA meetings we don’t want your meals (or health) to get lost in the mix. That’s why A Perfect Fit is providing you with 7 ways to make back to school meal prep easier…

The term “nutrient-dense”  isn’t a new term, in fact, it has been gaining popularity over the years. But what does this term actually mean? According to the dictionary: adjective (of food) relatively rich in nutrients for the number of calories contained.

In other words, when you choose nutrient-dense foods you are choosing foods that give you the most nutrients (like vitamins, minerals, fiber, essential fatty acids, and phytonutrients) for the fewest calories. We aren’t saying calories are a bad thing, we know they are necessary for energy and survival, but knowledge is power and we want to empower you to make choices that will impact your health positively throughout the holiday season, and every season for that matter!

As parents, (or aunts, uncles, or just an observer at a restaurant) we have all seen our share of children refusing to eat their fruits and vegetables. Folded arms and tightly-closed lips, pushing the plate away, and hearing “no” to offered attempts to get children to eat their carrots or berries. While some studies show that U.S children’s intake of fruits and vegetables has increased, there is still room for improvement. Let’s take a look at what the recommendations are for fruit and vegetable intake. 

What is dietary fiber? Fiber includes the parts of plant foods your body cannot digest or absorb. There are two types of fiber…

It’s certainly possible to create nutritious meals using the ingredients mentioned in our previous post. However, you can level-up meals by stocking your pantry with the following items that might not yet be considered staples but hopefully will be soon as more people understand (and feel) the effects of eating nutrient-dense foods.