Nutrition for the whole family!

Registered dietitian, Siri Khalsa-Zemel of Women's Way Weight Management Coaching came to our Luna Moms playgroup at West Town Mall on Friday, February 8 to talk moms about practical, achievable ways to make yummy foods for the whole family.  Our moms were able to ask specific questions about food choices and how to talk to your children at an early age about making healthy food choices.   Something I didn't know is that children actually lose how to recognize the fullness feeling at about the age of five.  So, Siri stressed the importance of asking your kids if they are full at every meal so they can learn how to be conscious of it.  She also told us that it's not a good idea to reward your children with dessert if they eat everything on their plate.  Kids love treats, so this really sends the wrong message to keep eating even if you are full.  She encouraged us to talk to our children about what types of food are important why we need to eat - not for pleasure but for fuel!  Siri offers group or private nutrition counseling.  She is a mother of two and is very dynamic and friendly.  She is a joy to be around.  I think any mom would benefit from her services!