Children can learn new skills, build good values, and establish family traditions.
Children generally do better in school and have fewer behavior problems.
Children and adults get the nutrients they need.
Families save time, money and hassle.
Everyone treasures mealtime memories.
Plan a weekly menu: Make it simple or make it detailed. The key is to have a plan for shopping and cooking. Involve the whole family.
Cook once, eat twice: Cut preparation time by cooking and freezing large batches of key ingredients, such as ground beef for tacos and spaghetti sauce.
Keep the cupboard stocked: Pack the pantry and freezer with staples like canned beans, tuna, fruit, pasta, rice, baking mixes, and frozen vegetables.
Use the sandwich advantage: Nothing is quicker than a healthy sandwich, pita pocket, or tortilla wrap.
