Welcome to the second issue of Food for Thought, an electronic nutrition newsletter that has parents of school-aged kids in mind. This month we focus on the importance of eating together as a family and getting creative in the kitchen as you do so. I hope you get some fresh ideas to gather your family around the table this spring!
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Family Meals: Small Investment, Big Payoff
If you're concerned about what your child does (and doesn't) eat, the solution could be as close as your kitchen table. "Gathering around the table to eat as a family has all kinds of benefits," says Jessica Crandall, RD, CDE, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
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Dining In: Ethnic Style

As a nation of immigrants, the United States has always been home to ethnic cuisine, and our exposure to new ethnic foods becomes more sophisticated every day. On your next visit to the grocery store, plan healthful meals from different corners of the globe.
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I hope you enjoy this issue. Keep your eye on your inbox for many more to come!
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