Written by Catherine Karnatz, Camp Shane Arizona Nutrition Instructor 2017
September is in full swing and we are back to our normal school and work routines. This is the perfect time
Written by Karen Fabian
It’s hard to be a kid today.
Children deal with many distractions, temptations, overstimulation and peer pressure. Schools are challenged to do more with less and be creative
Written by Sidney Hopkins, Camp Shane Arizona Nutrition Instructor 2016
Snacking sometimes gets a bad rap but it’s essential for a healthy lifestyle. Kids need fuel before, during and after school.
Written by Abby Ellin
For nearly 100 years, candy companies have made gummy treats — those chewy, gelatin-based, fruit-flavored bears, worms and fish that kids love to eat.
But now the gummy bear
Written by Kathleen Doheny
Pediatricians have long suggested that fruit juice may prompt weight gain in children, but a new review finds it harmless when consumed in moderation.
“Based on the current evidence,
Written by the Camp Shane Team
Before you decide to follow a diet for healthy weight loss, ask yourself the following questions:
Does the diet promise quick weight loss?
Does the diet
Written by the Camp Shane Team
It’s everyone’s favorite time of year which means it’s time to get outside, enjoy the warm weather, and most importantly take some time to get
Written by the Camp Shane Team
Caffeine is a commonly used stimulant among adults, children, athletes and other professionals. Caffeine is a stimulant of the central nervous system and is used
Written by the Camp Shane Team
A healthy diet helps manage weight, prevents overweight and obesity, and reduces the risk of chronic disease. MyPlate is a tool designed to remind people
Written by the Camp Shane Team
What in the world are Zoats?
Zucchini in my oats? Vegetables at breakfast? It’s hard to ignore this new morning trend referred to as zoats—a logical
