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Gluten-Free Goodiesnew
What is this gluten-free diet that everyone is talking about? It isn't the latest fad diet or a weight-loss secret. Gluten is a protein found in some grains, such as wheat, barley and rye. Some doctors recommend that patients with celiac disease (an immune-system disorder in which the body has an intestinal reaction to gluten) avoid oats as well.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
04-25-2014 |
Food+Drink
Tags: gluten-free diet
Efficient Trick-or-Treatingnew
Making a plan in advance can help your little adventurers have a happy Halloween that is safe, less stressful and meltdown-free.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
10-24-2013 |
Advice
DIY Costumes for Kidsnew
Want cool kid costumes without the sticker shock of the catalogs? Fashion a look from garments and objects you may have lying around the house instead.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
10-24-2013 |
Advice
Raising Kids Au Naturalenew
Mayes Lake is a great place to unplug with kids. It offers proximity to Jackson and relative quiet.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
09-06-2013 |
Children & Families
Tags: kids
Why Live Greennew
Some scientists are predicting that, due to our negative impact on the ecosystem, waterfront cities such as Boston and New York might disappear in the next century.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
08-16-2013 |
Environment
De-picky-fying Kidsnew
Include the whole family in planning for healthy meals.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
08-09-2013 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Picky kids food
The Truth About Boysnew
Spending time outside every day is crucial for raising healthy boys.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
06-13-2013 |
Advice
Taming the Televisionnew
Turn off the TV and take those kids exploring outside!
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
03-21-2013 |
Advice
Going Green, Smoothie Stylenew
Green smoothies are a great way to get more vitamins and nutrients into anyone’s diet.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
03-08-2013 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Green smoothie recipe
Positive Disciplinenew
Steer your child toward a happy, healthy future with positive discipline.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
02-22-2013 |
Advice
Parenting Through Serious Illnessnew
Serious medical problems are scary for grownups, but they can be even scarier for kids, who may not be able to fully understand or conceptualize the implications of any given diagnosis or treatment or what it might mean for their lives.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
01-17-2013 |
Health
Raising Kids Who Carenew
In today's world of fast food, video games and social media, it can be harder than ever before to cultivate kindness and caring in our children.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
10-19-2012 |
Advice
Grocery Gratificationnew
Green Girl gives readers step-by-step instructions for helping the environment while staying within a grocery budget.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
04-24-2009 |
Culture
Veering Out of the Fast Lane: 'See You in a Hundred Years'new
Logan Ward and his family left Manhattan for rural Virginia, where they lived without electricity, phones or laptops for a year. To heal our planet, we can all use a little of what they learned, even without giving up our reading lamps.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
04-09-2009 |
Nonfiction
Building a Better Easter Basketnew
This year, skip the chocolate bunnies with the disturbing neon eyes and go for a more practical and eco-friendly Easter basket.
Jackson Free Press |
Kelly Bryan Smith |
04-09-2009 |
Culture
Tags: green living, Easter
