There are many explanations for how strawberries got their name, but some believe that the name came from the practice of placing straw around the growing plants for protection from the muddy ground and insects. Did you know that strawberries are the only fruit that wears their seeds on the outside?
Reach for the cucumber when you want a snack. A whole cup of cucumber contains just 13 calories, making it ideal to munch on between meals. Eat it alone or with low-fat dip, such as salsa. Eat a cucumber slice in your sandwich. Have you ever heard the phrase “as cool as a [...]
Spring Mix, also known as "mesclun", is a name used for a salad mixture of leaves of various species. Mesclun comes from the Spanish word "mezclar", meaning "to mix". Prewashed, flavorful and ready-to-use straight from the package, lettuce-based baby spring mixes offer a simple way to add vegetables to almost any meal.
Kiwis have lots of fiber, keeping you full and vitamin C to keep your immune system strong. They also have zinc, a nutrient to keep your hair, skin, teeth and nails healthy. Kiwis were originally called Chinese gooseberries. New Zealanders renamed the fruit after their national bird.
The mission statement of our BWell programming is "At Brookeside Montessori we support children, their families, and our staff in their decision making regarding healthy choices and activities." Since March is National Nutrition Month we planned some extra special activities. Chef Nicole Hauck worked with our wellness committee to plan activities for students, parents, and staff.
