Author Archives: lori

About lori

Lori is the author of a book entitled Healthy Choices, Healthy Children, A Guide to Raising Fit, Happy Kids (pre-order it at Amazon). Published articles and chapters in publications including the American Dietetic Association's "Kids Eatright" blog, and Play Outdoors blog and magazine. Lori frequently contributes to nutrition related stories in the Bend Bulletin.

Variations on a Theme: Delicious, Delightful and Easy Boneless Skinless Chicken Recipes

Posted on April 15, 2012 by lori

Chicken with Pine Nuts and Bleu Cheese tossed with Whole grain Fettucine Serves 4 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut off any visable fat), sliced into 1/2 inch pieces 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped or … Continue reading →

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More tips for weight management

Posted on April 14, 2012 by lori

Barbara Rolls, a weight management researcher at Penn State University has written a new book entitled The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet, Smart, Simple, Science Based Strategies for Losing Weight and Keeping It Off, published in April 2012. Dr Rolls was interviewed … Continue reading →

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Kale–a hearty green that works in many recipes!

Posted on December 15, 2011 by lori

Kale is one of the highest nutrient vegetables around–it is  a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid, vitamin K, fiber and calcium (and, unlike the calcium in spinach, the calcium in kale is easily absorbed. Spinach contains … Continue reading →

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Mustard Greens and Acorn Squash Anyone? gluten free recipe

Posted on December 15, 2011 by lori

Greens are among the healthiest vegetables available, but other than lettuce and spinach, they are often ignored. Winter squashes are another set of frequently overlooked  nutrient rich vegetables—excellent sources of high fiber carbohydrate for people who do not tolerate gluten. … Continue reading →

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Flavored Milk in School Lunches has Become Quite the Controversy

Posted on December 15, 2011 by lori

You may have heard that many people want to ban flavored milk in school meal programs, because they think that it contributes to childhood obesity. Does it really? The evidence would suggest not. (see the link below to an “In … Continue reading →

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Proper Portion Sizes for Kids

Posted on November 19, 2011 by lori

Proper Portion Sizes for Kids It is not always easy to know how much our kids should eat at any one time. This interview on KATU’s AM Northwest, Nov 18, 2011, gives some basic ideas. Remember we want to respect … Continue reading →

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Choose My Plate

Posted on November 11, 2011 by lori

www.choosemyplate.gov is the new version of mypyramid.gov This website is from the United States Department of Agriculture and gives a wealth of information on healthy eating. In addition to giving the basics of healthy diet, it contains interactive pages where … Continue reading →

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Nutrition Action Health Letter

Posted on November 11, 2011 by lori

http//www.cspinet.org This is an excellent newsletter that provides science based nutrition information in a format that is easy to understand, and is very interesting! I recommend this to all my nutrition clients.

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Kids@Heart www.kidsatheart.com

Posted on November 11, 2011 by lori

This is a regional collaborative program of St Charles Health System. By working together as a community, we are dedicated to fighting the childhood obesity trend, and insuring all Central Oregon Children have opportunities to be active, eat healthy and … Continue reading →

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What are the things that get in the way of making healthy choices for your children – and teaching them to do the same?

Posted on November 10, 2011 by lori

Follow this link to listen to an interview with Lori on Mom Enough’s internet radio show: http://momenough.com/?p=2274 MomEnough is a wonderful internet radio program dedicated to parenting.  Marti and Erin Erickson invite you to explore with them the many facets … Continue reading →

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