One in five primary school children at risk of obesity, study finds
A nationwide survey found that obesity levels in primary schools are on the rise. In the average class of 30 children, six are considered to be overweight or obese. The HSE commissioned the research, and has been tracking data since 2008 as part of the WHO Europe Childhood Obesity Surveillance Initiative. The study found that […]
2 years ago
Mom calls out school for “snack-shaming” her 3-year-old
She gave him Pringles for lunch. A mom has gone viral on TikTok after sharing a passive aggressive note her son’s school left on his snack box. Megan PV, also known as @peaveymegan on TikTok, uploaded a video showing her followers the handwritten note a teacher left on her child’s empty crisp packaging. She gave […]
3 years ago
Irish families spend twice as much money on treats as they do healthy foods
Yikes. I am sure we have all felt the pinch lately when it comes to our grocery bills. We all have to eat, however, it seems most Irish families are actually spending far more on treats and sweets than they are fruit and vegetables, according to new research. Supermarket shopping data found that families with […]
4 years ago
3 egg-stremely tasty treats to make with the kids this long weekend
Egg-cellent. The Easter long weekend is upon us, and if you are looking for some indoor activities to get stuck into with the kids, look no further. Kids love helping out in the kitchen, so why not try these delicious Easter-themed recipes from Annabel Karmel – not only are they healthy, but also pretty flipping […]
4 years ago
Dinner’s ready! 5 easy and family friendly dinners to meal prep on the weekend
Hate the mid-week dinner rush as much as we do? We feel you. There is nothing like realising on the way home from creche pick-up that you have nothing in the fridge and having to pull into Tesco with your over-tired toddlers in tow, or trying to prepare spaghetti bolognese while also overseeing homework or […]
4 years ago
