by BrachaKopstick | Jan 29, 2018 | Children, healthy eating, snack
Granola bars are the ultimate energy-boosting snack, and these are so simple to make because they don’t even need any baking! These are great for traveling, because they’re portable, are protein and fibre-full (AKA the stuff that makes and keeps us...
by BrachaKopstick | Nov 8, 2017 | breakfast, Children, dessert, healthy eating, snack
Apple and cinnamon is one of my favorite autumn flavour combinations. Apples are in season, and they just scream for cinnamon! In my family, muffin tops are a hot-commodity, so when making these cookies, I tried for a fluffy muffin consistency. The secret is to...
by BrachaKopstick | Aug 31, 2017 | breakfast, Children, healthy eating, snack
Oatmeal chocolate chip blondies are the perfect back to school snacks; they’re tasty, filling, and nut free! Canned chickpeas provide loads of health benefits including high fiber, plant-based protein, low glycemic index, plus they’re an inexpensive recipe...
by BrachaKopstick | Aug 20, 2017 | Children, fodmap, healthy eating, snack
Popcorn is a powerhouse snack. Consider: It’s a complex whole grain, so it’s high in fibre with a low glycemic index. It’s naturally vegan, gluten free and low FODMAP A 2 cup portion is equal to 1 Canada’s Food Guide grain serving 2 cups provide less...
by BrachaKopstick | Aug 13, 2017 | Children, healthy eating, snack
Anywhere I’ve seen kids, I’ve seen veggie chips/puffs/straws. They sound healthy, with that “veggie” in the title and pictures of fresh, juicy produce on the packaging. But what’s the real deal on this kid and mom friendly snack? Take...
by BrachaKopstick | Jul 24, 2017 | Children, healthy eating, mindful eating
It’s summer! Is this what your eating schedule looks like (constant asking for food and/or eating)? The kids are home, they get bored, so they eat. Or they bug you for food. Sound familiar? Here are 4 tips for making summer eating a little more manageable. 1....
