Together

School meals are healthier. So why isn’t everything else?

All parents want what is best for their children, and all parents want to see their children succeed. Unfortunately, the childhood obesity epidemic means that about one-third of children and teens are now overweight or obese, putting them at risk for a lifetime of health problems such as type 2...

Are you and your school on the same team?

My kids love school. I love it too! As a mom, I couldn’t be happier when they run out the door eager to learn and play and grow. I count on school to teach them so many things that I can’t, and to reinforce the habits and values that we build at home. So what’s not to love, except possibly when...

30 Days Until #FoodRevolution Day!

This year, for the first time ever, May 19 is Food Revolution Day , a global day of action marking the commitment to food education in communities, schools and businesses worldwide. Food Revolution Day is a chance for people who love food to come together to share information, skills and resources...

When Wishes are Fishes

How do we get doctors to honor our wishes at the end of life? Most recommend preparing an advance directive , and I'm no exception. These documents are not infallible, but they are the best things we've got going for us when we can't speak for ourselves. However, one popular advance directive could...