Lunch & Picnics

Is Lunch Meat Unhealthy?

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:31:55 +0800

A sandwich featuring lunch meat is a convenient option for school or at work. Lunch meat alone or along with crackers is a delicious snack. However, there are health concerns when it comes to deli meat. Eating these meats regularly can increase your risk of cancer, according to the World Cancer Research Fund.

Turkey Lunch Meat Ingredients

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:50 +0800

Lunch meat refers to meat that is molded, cut in thin slices and served cold. This type of meat product is often used to make sandwiches. Turkey lunch meat can come in many different forms, including sausage, chopped meat and whole cuts of meat. While the types of meat may vary, some ingredients are common in all types of lunch meat. Knowing about the common ingredients in your lunch meat can help you make healthy eating choices.

Easy, Hot Lunch Ideas for Work

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:30:34 +0800

While a sandwich and an apple may be a standard go-to meal to pack for work lunches, a hot lunch will help you feel nourished and warmed -- a particularly nice benefit if your workplace tends to be chilly. Hot lunches can be cooked in large quantities, making them no more time-consuming than a cold lunch. Tailor your hot lunch to suit the physical demands of your job and the one-of-a-kind flavor preferences of your taste buds. Insulated containers help your food stay hot until lunchtime.

Fun Facts Notes for Kids' Lunch Boxes

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 21:31:04 +0800

Send your child to school with a little fun accompanying the nutrition in her lunch box. Include a short note with a fun fact each day. Use this note to connect with your child while she's away from you during the day and to add a little humor or knowledge to her lunch routine. It will quickly become a highlight of her school day.

Healthy and Easy Kids School Lunches

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:30:34 +0800

An acceptable school lunch for your child used to be some white bread and a few slices of baloney. Today, parents are much more aware of the health risks associated with processed foods, as well as high levels of salt, fat and sugar. With a few modifications, you can make school lunches that your kids will love but will be nutritious and satisfying.

Healthy & Easy Lunches to Make at Home

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:46 +0800

Packing a lunch for your child -- or yourself -- is smart for both health and budgetary reasons. Don't be intimidated by fancy food photos of elegantly concocted lunchbox fare. Homemade lunches can be as easy to prepare as they are wholesome. If you want to get imaginative, tuck a handwritten note inside your child's lunchbox. It's as sweet as any artfully arranged salad or cookie-cutter-shaped sandwich any day.

Fun Ways to Serve Lunch to Kids

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 21:31:03 +0800

Lunch can become a battle when children are too wrapped up in their toys and games to want to come to the table. Make mealtime fun to entice your children to lunch. When they’re excited about lunch, you have a better chance of getting them to eat healthy foods. As a bonus, you’ll give them childhood memories to look back on.

Why Do I Get Lightheaded After Eating Lunch?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:41 +0800

Food is supposed to make you feel better, not worse. If you haven't eaten in a long time and get a headache, eating usually makes you feel better right away. If eating food is making you or your kids feel lightheaded, some underlying problems -- both minor and serious -- could be the culprits. Changing eating habits slightly can be the key to improving both your and your children's lives.

Healthy Lunch for Clear Skin

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:44 +0800

Your kitchen pantry and refrigerator hold some simple solutions for your or your teen's complexion troubles. Follow some easy steps as you pack a healthy lunch for clear skin. For example, munching on fruits and nuts goes a long way in protecting your skin's appearance. At the same time, go easy with foods that are high in fat and carbohydrates because they can damage that rosy glow.

Ideas for How to Pack School Lunches

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:43 +0800

A well-packed, thought-out school lunch gives kids the energy they need to make it through the rest of the day. The ideal lunch should include servings of whole grains, protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables for a well-balanced meal. Pack lunches with frozen ice packs to keep food fresh, or freeze bottled water and tuck one into the lunch bag. It will melt into a crisp, cold beverage and keep food cool through lunchtime.

Is it Good to Have Fruits Just Before Lunch?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:33 +0800

Fruits are an excellent breakfast food for kids, and they make healthy snacks and desserts. If you feed the kids fruit just before lunch, though, they may not be very hungry when it's time for the actual meal. In some instances this could be exactly the effect you want to achieve. Time fruit snacks to keep your family's health on track.

What to Make for a Healthy Lunch Using Egg Salad?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:19:39 +0800

A classic egg salad sandwich can contain as much as 484 calories. You can modify egg salad to make it a healthy mealtime choice by substituting light dressings for the full-fat varieties, and replacing whole eggs with egg whites. Egg salad doesn't have to be confined to a sandwich, either: there are lots of ways you can freshen up this classic lunchtime favorite.

English Muffins for Toddler's Lunches

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:31 +0800

Just like toddlers themselves, English muffins are cute and little. Because of their size, English muffins form a perfect base on which to build a toddler's lunch that is just filling enough. Whether you are making lunch at home or packing a lunch for your toddler to bring to preschool, use English muffins to make a variety of sandwiches and other foods that your toddler will love. For an extra healthy meal, look for English muffins that are whole grain or whole wheat.

Which Is Healthier for Lunch: Peanut Butter or Tuna Fish?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:14 +0800

Peanut butter and tuna fish both make nutritious lunches for your kids. As a quick way to pack in protein, a peanut butter or tuna sandwich will give your child the energy he needs to get through the day. Neither is without its health risks, but choosing the right products and amounts will ensure your kids eat a healthy lunch. Use peanut butter or tuna in creative ways to vary your child's lunch menu throughout the week.

Can I Freeze Sliced Lunch Meat?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:19:42 +0800

Folded into a sandwich, diced and tucked into an omelet, or wrapped around cheese for a party hors d'ouevre, sliced lunch meat is a versatile part of any family refrigerator. Most cuts of meat can be frozen for later use, and sliced lunch meat is no exception to this rule, but special care needs to be taken to ensure that frozen sliced lunch meat stays delicious from fridge to freezer and back again.

Tips for Packing School Lunches

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:40:59 +0800

Packing kids’ lunches is all about healthy food choices, as well as packaging. The wrong lunch box can leave a youngster with an unappetizing afternoon meal. Younger children can struggle with snaps and zippers that don’t accommodate smaller fingers. A few packing tricks can liven up kids’ noontime bites so those sandwiches don’t end up in the cafeteria trash bin.

Fun-Packed Lunch Ideas

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:33:46 +0800

Whether you're preparing lunch for home or making on-the-go meals, it can be a challenge to serve nutritious foods that appeal to your whole family. If you find yourself serving the same foods week after week, chances are you and your family are all ready for a bit of fun — and diversity — in the lunch menu. Change the way you prepare and present midday meals to make even lunch staples take on new life.

Chicken Salad for Lunch

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:20:16 +0800

Think chicken salad has to be a mayonnaise-laden calorie fest? Think again. When it comes to preparing chicken salad for lunch, you're only has limited as your imagination. Chicken salad is the ultimate in time -- and money-saving meals -- use your leftover chicken and even vegetables from dinner, quickly whip up the chicken salad and it's ready the next day to pack for work or send off with your kids for lunch.

Quick Things to Eat for Lunch

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:19:25 +0800

Given today's ever-busier lifestyles, mothers are always on the lookout for meal solutions that are healthy, full of nutrients and can be prepared quickly. This is especially true at lunch time. Fortunately, there is no shortage of ideas when it comes to healthy, easy-to-make midday meals, ranging from a simple sandwich to a hearty stir-fry.

Easy Kids' Lunchbox Ideas

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 09:34:57 +0800

Most kids can't wait until lunchtime, so make their midday mealtimes enjoyable with foods that they won't want to trade. Make healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables, more tempting by getting creative during the preparation process. Warm your children up on cold days with hot treats, such as soup and even leftovers.