Ina
Ina is a Registered Dietitian with a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics from New York University and a Masters of Science in Nutrition Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. She is also a Certified Dietitian Nutritionist as recognized by the State of New York Education Department and holds a New York Department of Health Certificate in Food Protection. As a Mom and Registered Dietitian, Ina is passionate about good food and healthy living. Her philosophy on nutrition is science-based yet open and fun. Visit Ina at http:// www.square-plate.com
Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week is November 10th–18th
Having a home and enough food is something to be very grateful for. Many people have to worry about access to food and even having a home to live in. The reality is that...
Brick or Treat at LEGOLAND Discovery Center
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester is always a fun spot to visit with the family and October is even more fun with the Halloween themed Brick or Treat!
This was our second visit to LEGOLAND located...
The Art of Feeding Children
Feeding children is an art. Each child is different, and we need to approach food mindfully and peacefully. Parents and caregivers must remind themselves to stay mindful and peaceful, sometimes daily, and not be...
The Joy of Growing Food
Fruits, vegetables, and minimally processed foods are the cornerstones of a healthy diet. Growing your own food or exposing your children to how food is produced is key to developing curiosity, appreciation, and respect...
Reducing Food Waste
One of the most important contributions we can make to society is to help reduce food waste. Based on estimates from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Economic Research Service, food waste is...
Inspiring Family Activities
Did you know that we can inspire one another to be more active?
This year’s Sports & Fitness Industry Association's annual Topline Participation Report revealed some interesting statistics. The percentage of Americans aged six and...
Go Further with Food!
March is National Nutrition Month! The theme for 2018 is “Go Further with Food.” It reminds us that the food we choose is not only an opportunity to benefit our health, but also to...
March is National Nutrition Month!
“Go Further with Food” is this year’s theme for National Nutrition Month. This theme is important as each person can use food to make a real difference in the way they feel and improve...
February is National Heart Health Month
National Heart Health Month is an initiate to motivate people of all ages to take care of their health to prevent cardiovascular disease. Although some children are born with heart problems, many others who are...
Alcohol and Children’s Health
It is important that we are mindful of how our actions affect others. Especially as a parent, we are constant role models. Our lifestyle behaviors and choices will ultimately shape our children. This can...