School Meals Need A Nutritional Upgrade: NPR Health Blog

rebeca Sunday, November 8, 2009

Interesting reading from NPR’s Health Blog: School Meals Need A Nutritional Upgrade. Honestly, though…I question the idea that the original goal of school nutrition was adequate nourishment. One would get more nourishment from a Slim Fast shake than they would from some of the meals my cafeteria served growing up. Here’s to hoping they get it right sooner rather than later.

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Stash with Trash: Repurpose all those Containers

Before tossing it into the recycling bin or trash can, take a moment to think about how you can repurpose a lot of your household trash. For example, a leftover egg carton can be used to organize a craft drawer, or separate tiny hair pieces. Let your kids paint it for more style. An empty diaper wipes container is perfect for storing plastic grocery bags in the car or nursery, or you can repurpose it as a storage box for crayons, toy parts or other craft supplies. Got a messy top drawer in your office? Glass baby food jars are perfect for storing paperclips, push pins and other small office supplies.

School Meals Need A Nutritional Upgrade: NPR Health Blog

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Weekly Tip

Stash with Trash: Repurpose all those Containers