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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday August 23, 2006 - 13 ity Top foods for a healthy immun vitamin C and · Citrus fruits are high in al passages and may help clear blocked nas cold symptoms. provide natural relief from t helps alleviate · Ginger. Fresh ginger roo stricted bronchial coughing by dilating con er and alleviates passages. It also reduces fev ive tract. nausea by aiding the digest ular food contains allin · Garlic. This pop ful to your immune which is believed to be use foods near the end system. It is best added to its properties. of cooking, to help preserve oat to relieve · Honey. It coats the thr ney is also found soreness and irritation. Ho teria entering the to block the growth of bac body from the mouth. lies. These foods · Cayenne pepper and chi gestion. clear sinuses and ease con nt plant chem· Tea. It is rich in antioxida These antioxidants icals called polyphenols. and help fight enhance immune function ibiting the growth viral infections while inh tains tannins that of bacteria. Tea also con reduce stomach can aid in digestion and upset/diarrhea. rated will thin · Water. Staying well hyd p flush infections mucous secretions and hel and toxins from the body. - News Canada Tips for parents to keep their kids healthy Help get the school year off to a good start with these helpful tips for packing healthy and nutritious lunches. Why not cut out and post this list on the fridge as a constant reminder: · Have a plan! Plan a weeks worth of lunches, then make a shopping list. Involving the children in the shopping will help them connect with their lunch. They may recognize the foods from what they bought in the store. Include grains, fruits, veggies, dairy and protein foods. · Include foods your child likes. Your goal is to get your children to eat the lunch you pack. Make sure the foods are healthy, fresh and appealing. · The more variety, the better. It will help keep your child interested in their lunch. Lunch does not have to be a sandwich. Try pitas, crackers and spread, sliced meat and cheese, veggies and dip. Small children tend to eat small amounts - include healthy snack foods in small packages. · Prepare lunch the night before. Get the children involved in preparation. Do any prep work that may be needed like cutting vegetables, putting crackers in bags, and cooling the drinks. · Put something fun in their lunch. A little surprise. This could be a dinosaur shaped sandwich, colourful pinwheel sandwich, cool stickers or a note from Mom or Dad. Cookie cutters are a fun way to spice up sandwiches. · Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold to avoid contamination. If using a heat thermos, make sure to follow directions clearly. Use a cold pack or frozen juice box in an insulated bag to keep foods chilled. · Ask the child to bring home the food they do not eat. This will allow you to see how much they are really eating. · Healthy lunch options to add to your grocery list include: Low fat milk Low fat yogurt Low fat cheese String cheese Cottage cheese Low sugar jams/jellies Chopped veggies Whole fruit Chopped fruit Dried fruit 100% fruit snacks like Sun-Rype Fruit to Go or Squiggles 100% fruit juices (not sugaradded drinks) Trail mix, pretzels Mini rice cakes - News Canada ENCONTRO CHURRASQUEIRA GRILLHOUSE Dine-In or Take-Out Catering WE OFFER KIDS EAT FREE * PORTUGUESE CUISINE! Daily Specials Available *Every Sunday and Monday one child 10 years and under eats FREE from the kids menu with the purchase of one adult entrée. 379 B KERR STREET OAKVILLE 905.842.9666 AMC Theatres Oakville Place Mall