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Must-Try Back-to-School Smoothie Hack

Must-Try Back-to-School Smoothie Hack

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 Back-to-school season is busy enough — snacks shouldn’t be! In this episode of ParentingU Extra Credit, pediatric GI and healthy weight nutrition nurse April Hamilton, RN, shares her favorite smoothie pop hack: blend once, enjoy twice. Start with a protein-packed Greek yogurt smoothie in the morning Freeze the rest into after-school popsicles your kids will love April walks us through building a smoothie with fresh and frozen fruits, shares how to get the kids involved, and even offers a science-backed bonus tip for getting the most nutrition from your berries. April’s kitchen motto? “The kitchen is my playground. Cooking is contagious. Have fun and spread the love!” Featuring special helpers Liv and Jane, this episode is fun, flavorful and full of ideas to help you snack smarter during the school year. In this episode: Easy, nutritious smoothie ideasFreezer-friendly popsicle tipsWhy Greek yogurt is a great baseHow to get kids excited about healthy snacksA fun way to beat the after-school heat Watch, blend, freeze and enjoy! Want more parenting tips from our experts? Check out the full ParentingU playlist (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzHUSYQFjiX3D9xLrN-Ceza6AFTiQFtgl) and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Read more on our blog: https://health.fmolhs.org/body/childrens-health/back-to-school-smoothie-hack/
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