As much as we are all trying to hold on to the last remnants of Summer, the truth is that the new school year is right around the corner.  As a parent, I can tell you that making plans in advance and establishing a routine are very important to make sure that the back to school season goes off without a hitch.  Many parents find it quite challenging to come up with healthy back to school lunch ideas.     It is very important to create a meal plan with your family before actually heading out to the grocery store to stock up on foods.  There are so many choices out there that going shopping without some kind of a plan can be extremely overwhelming for any parent.  You have to be realistic about what your child will and will not eat and the best way to come to some kind of an agreement is to sit down and have a conversation with them about their preferences.  Working together with your child will help them to make wiser and more nutritious food choices.     Joan Hanson, the test … [Read more...]