KIWI Magazine - Summer 2019

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COOL CRAFTS FOR HOT SUMMER DAYS

PLANT-BASED BARBECUE

Seasonal ingredients, south of the border flavors

What to eat while breastfeeding

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Food Labeling

Your guide to top common food labels

SUMMER 2019

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Contents KIWI

Summer 2019

Savory summer eats

Tasty recipes for that backyard bash (pg 15)

FEATURES 15 THROW A PLANT-BASED BARBECUE 3 recipes with south of the border flavors

24 DIY CRAFTS FOR THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

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DEMYSTIFYING FOOD LABELS

3 crafts to spark imaginative play

Find out what each claim really means

BY KAREN KELLY

BY DEBBIE CHAPMAN

BY MAUREEN FROST

31 A

23 HOW

SCREENFREE, SIMPLE SUMMER Ditch the tech for old school summer fun

BY MAUREEN FROST

TO FIND AN OCEANFRIENDLY SUNSCREEN

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BREASTFEEDING NUTRITION: NOURISHING YOUR BABY AND YOU Expert advice on postpartum nutrition

BY MAUREEN FROST

Learn which ingredients to look for to protect our reefs.

BY MAUREEN FROST

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Contents KIWI

KIWI On-The-Go Read KIWI magazine anywhere, anytime, on your tablet or mobile device with the Issuu app.

11 Teach your kids to love the earth

Cool crafts for hot days

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IN EVERY ISSUE 4 EDITOR’S LETTER 5 BEYOND THE ISSUE 7 KIWI NOW

9 WHAT’S HOT AT MOMSMEET.COM 35 IN SEASON NOW: PINEAPPLE

11 READING CORNER

ON THE COVER IMAGINATIVE CRAFTS

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PLANT-BASED RECIPES

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FOOD LABELING 101

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BREASTFEEDING NUTRITION

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REEF-FRIENDLY SUNSCREEN

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EDITOR’SLETTER

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et the happy dance commence, summer is here! I am ecstatic to introduce my son to the joys of warm weather, fresh local produce, and long beach days. I don’t know about you, but I always feel a renewed energy for healthy eating during these summer months. It’s just so simple and fun to hit up a local farmers’ market, bring home your bounty, and toss it on the grill. To spark your cookout creations, this issue features an amazing spread of plant-based foods perfect for your next backyard barbecue (pg 15).

While exploring the market, you may come across a label or two that leave you more confused than informed. That’s why we’ve created the ultimate guide to understanding what claims like Cage-Free, American Grassfed, and Certified Human Raised & Handled actually mean (pg 19). Being label literate is the first step to unlocking a wealth of knowledge into how your food is grown and processed, allowing you to make healthier choices.

Giving your kids a healthy start to life is top of the list for most new parents. And if you’re a nursing mom like me (or soon to be), you’re probably wondering how your diet affects your baby. In this issue, we’ll hear from a postpartum nutrition expert as she shares the healthy habits needed for both mom and baby to thrive.

Because we want you to not only have a healthy summer but a fun one, we’ve packed KIWI with DIY crafts (pg 24), reeffriendly sunscreen options (pg 23), and screen-free summer activities (pg 31).

From all of us at KIWI, we wish you and your family the best summer yet!

Maureen Frost Editorial Director mfrost@maymediagroup.com

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Mark your calendar, the KIWI Magazine National Take Your Parents to Lunch Day is Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

At this yearly event, parents visit their child’s school and have lunch with them in the cafeteria in order to learn more about what goes into putting together a healthy lunch.

Don’t miss all of the fun events leading up to Lunch Day, including our Twitter Party and Facebook Live event (dates coming soon). Visit kiwimagazine.com/lunchday to stay up to date.

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What’s Hot

90% of table salt

has been found to have microplastics in it According to a recent study in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, the average adult eats roughly 2,000 microplastics a year due to plastic pollution in our waterways.

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What’s Wow

An Update on Glyphosate Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, a weed killer from Monsanto (now owned by Bayer), has faced a growing ban across the globe and intense scrutiny in courts across the country.

Legislation to watch This past March, Monsanto was ordered to pay $80 million in damages to Edwin Hardeman when a sixperson jury deemed Roundup to be a “substantial factor” in his non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. This is the second case ruling against Monsanto for its cancercausing risk; Dewayne Johnson was the first victim to win a $289 million judgement (later reduced to $78 million). There are currently 11,000+ lawsuits against Monsanto claiming that exposure to Roundup has caused them or their loved ones to develop nonHodgkin lymphoma. Most recently in April, a U.S. District Judge has ordered a mediation to seek a settlement between Bayer and those representing the many victims.

Latest locations to ban the use of Glyphosate The use of glyphosate has been reevaluated, restricted, or banned in places across the globe since the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) labeled glyphosate as a “possible human carcinogen” in 2015.

In February of 2019, Miami issued a city-wide ban on glyphosate-based herbicides. The following month, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors ordered a moratorium on county property while the safety continues to be evaluated. Bans and restrictions also exist in places like Boulder, Colorado; Chicago, Illinois; Portland, Maine; and Austin, Texas, and the list continues to grow.

and Climate Change

The great narrator of our natural world, David Attenborough, brings not only majestic beauty and awe to his latest project but an urgent call to witness the effects of our changing climate. Our Planet, the original eight-part Netflix series features all of the sweeping shots and dramatic visuals you’d expect from past projects like Planet Earth and Blue Planet. Yet, this documentary also shines a light on the need for conservation and swift action to protect all species and ecosystems.

Trending:

Did You Have Baby-Nup? While you may be familiar with the concept of a prenup, there’s a new type of contract for first time families. Many new parenting duos put pen to paper to establish who does what chores once baby arrives. Feeding the baby, washing, sterilizing, and drying the bottles, changing diapers, giving baths—these tasks, on top of your normal duties, can begin to pile up. If the labor isn’t divided in a way that both parties feel appreciated, tensions can begin to rise. Baby-nups open the lines of communication and establish expectations to foster harmony during those sleepless nights and newborn struggles.

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What’s hot at momsmeet.com!

2011

Giveaway Alert!

2009

4,330 Mom Ambassadors join Moms Meet, bringing together their group of mom friends to learn about and try betterfor-you products.

Follow Moms Meet on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to take part in their 10 Day Giveaway Celebration in July.

The first Moms Meet Blogger Program kicks off with Kashi TLC Peanutty Dark Chocolate Layered Granola Bars.

2013 In an effort to bring moms together in a live setting, WOW Events is born with the first ever Moms Meet WOW Summit in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Did you know?

Over the course of 10 years, Mom Ambassadors, Bloggers, and Influencers have participated in hundreds of programs in the natural, organic, non-GMO, eco-friendly, educational, homeopathic, and allergyfree markets.

2009

Born out of KIWI magazine, Founder and CEO Maxine Wolf creates Moms Meet based on the need for an online and in-person meeting place for healthminded moms. The program launches on kiwimagonline.com with Earth’s Best as its sole sponsor.

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2010 Momsmeet.com launches, and the program opens up to other brand sponsors.

2010 Wild Planet and To Go Trim Energy are the first products moms and their groups sample together.

Chief Mom Ambassador Annie Douglass throws the first Facebook party, complete with conversation and fun prizes. Moms Meet grows tenfold to 40,000 Mom Ambassadors.

Cheers to 10 Years!

It’s been 10 years since Moms Meet first created a community to connect and empower health-minded moms. As we celebrate this milestone, let’s see how far they’ve come since day one.

2018 2016

Momsmeet.com relaunches with a brand new design and elevated user experience. The website now offers moms a place to share their honest opinions about the products they try in their Sampling Programs with the Product Review section.

WOW Influencers launches in New York City as an intimate event for better-for-you brands and social media bloggers and influencers to connect and network.

Now in its seventh year, WOW Summit has hit both coasts and is headed to the great state of Texas on September 27–28, 2019.

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2019 and Beyond

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Catch the next

WOW Influencers

in Vancouver, British Columbia on July 20, 2019. Learn more.

Moms Meet expands their original video content offerings to include product testing in the Mom Lab, program launch unboxing videos, and product education and mom talk via Facebook Live.

2019

2019 2018 Moms Meet goes international with their expansion into Canada with product samplings from National Geographic Kids and Baby Mum-Mum.

With plans to venture into new countries, host even more events, and connect with moms everywhere they are, you can expect big things from the next 10 years of Moms Meet.

The Moms Meet community grows to 85,000 Mom Ambassadors, reaching an estimated 1.7 million moms each year, over 2,400 Bloggers, 203,000 online members, and thousands of Social Media Influencers.

Trending sampling products include PlusCBD Oil, Bare Republic Mineral Sunscreen, and Gut Connection by Country Life, just to name a few.

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HEALTHY FAMILIES

READINGCORNER

By Amanda McAnally

The Future of Environmentalism

This captivating book opens the conversation about what it means to be an endangered species and how our future generations can keep these animals from disappearing.

Informative and beautifully illustrated, your kiddos won’t want to put this down.

Fuzzy Mud by Louis Sachar (Starting at $8, Yearling, Ages 10–13)

Through organized protests all across the world, the topic of environmentalism has become a battle cry from younger generations. In a world that demands change, we can do our best to educate and inspire our children to take the first step to combat climate change. Here are four books highlighting the importance of saving the environment and our planet.

Heal the Earth by Julian Lennon (Starting at $12, Sky Pony, Ages 3–6) Take an adventure with your little one with this book that soars high to show the young and old the majesty of our planet. It’s a fun way to introduce compassion to the earth and all its living creatures that make it so precious.

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When a group of kids stumble upon a scientific experiment gone wrong in the forest by their school, do they have the power to reverse the damage done by the government? The latest book by the Holes writer is suspenseful, action-packed, and guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.

Eyes Wide Open: Going Behind the Environmental Headlines by Paul Fleischman (Starting at $10, Candlewick, Ages 14–17) If your teen isn’t sure how to become an environmental activist, look no further than Fleischman’s educationallydense resource book. This call to action offers the tools to help younger generations understand the problem and what they can do to help make a change.

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Don’t Let Them Disappear by Chelsea Clinton (Starting at $11, Philomel Books, Ages 4–8)

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Breastfeeding Nutrition:

Nourishing Your Baby and You BY MAUREEN FROST Your bundle of joy has finally arrived and the transition from pregnancy to motherhood is allconsuming in the best way possible. If your next chapter includes breastfeeding, you’re probably wondering what you should eat to make the journey a success for you and your infant.

IMPORTANCE OF A HEALTHY DIET Getting enough nutrient-rich foods during this season of survival is key for both your recovery and baby’s start in life. Alexandra Paetow, registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of Thrive and Bloom Nutrition LLC, explains, “A healthy diet helps to ensure that the breast milk is rich in important nutrients that support optimal infant growth and development.”

For moms, healthy eating directly affects postpartum recovery, energy levels, and hormone balance, Paetow says. “If a mom is not consuming enough [of certain nutrients] in the diet, her body will sacrifice its stores to preferentially provide it in the breast milk at expense to the mom. So having a nutrient-rich diet is extremely important to mom’s health. It prevents deficiencies and supports all of the energy intensive processes that she is experiencing after childbirth including wound healing, tissue repair, and milk production.”

MEET THE EXPERT Alexandra Paetow is a registered dietitian nutritionist with a master’s degree in nutrition education and bachelor’s degree in health and exercise science.

She founded her private practice, Thrive and Bloom Nutrition LLC, to support and nourish women throughout their maternal journeys from preconception to pregnancy and postpartum.

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BROAD STROKES OF NURSING NUTRITION Paetow urges new moms not to stress about particular ingredients. Rather, they should focus on eating enough nutrient-dense foods with a balance of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and micronutrients. Nursing moms should also stick with their prenatal vitamin while potentially adding other supplements like vitamin D depending on individual needs.

It’s important to hydrate while breastfeeding since you lose fluid through your breast milk.

In addition to quenching your thirst with water, Paetow recommends eating water-rich foods like broth, watermelon, citrus, cucumbers, and bell peppers to help increase your fluid intake.

THE ENTICING WORLD OF GALACTAGOGUES Many moms know that milk production can be very fickle. That’s why it’s tempting to dive headfirst into the world of galactagogues the minute your latest pumping session produces less than what your baby needs. There is no solid scientific (but plenty of anecdotal) evidence to show the effectiveness of galactagogues like fenugreek, oats, milk thistle, etc, on increasing your supply. Instead, Paetow suggests, “The best way to increase milk supply is to continue to remove milk from the breast through nursing or pumping to prompt the body to produce more.”

For those seriously concerned about their supply, reaching out to an IBCLC is crucial to identifying any issues.

GALACTAGOGUE: a substance, often an herb or food, that stimulates milk production.

WHAT TO LIMIT OR AVOID While a nursing diet is not as restrictive as a pregnancy one, there are still some areas DID YOU KNOW? worthy of extra consideration. Two things often under the microscope bies can experience are caffeine and alcohol. Mom and g flavors like garlic and baby share a bloodstream during ts through breast milk. pregnancy, but there is a more eeding is a great way to limited transfer through breast ce your newborn to new milk, Paetow explains. “In terms of hopefully helping them

WHAT’S ON THE MENU? – Protein and veggie-rich soup in bone broth – Greek yogurt parfait with nuts and berries – Avocado toast topped with eggs

alcohol, a popular recommendation is that if you are safe to drive then you are safe to breastfeed.

For caffeine, it can depend on your baby—some may be sensitive to caffeine content in breast milk and may need stricter limits. Generally, not exceeding 300–500 mg of caffeine should be okay.”

With still developing digestive systems, some babies can be more sensitive to certain foods, causing them to experience gas pain and fussiness. If you think this may be the case with your newborn, creating a food diary will help to pinpoint which ingredients may be bothering them. Common irritants and gassy foods include dairy, chocolate, and cruciferous veggies (though not all babies have issues with these items). You can also practice an elimination diet to determine if food allergies are at play.

BREASTFEEDING MYTH: BUSTED If you’ve ever heard that breastfeeding will help you drop the pregnancy weight or that nursing is the best form of cardio, Paetow (sadly) bursts that bubble. “Since it’s true that breastfeeding requires extra calories to produce breast milk, many mistakenly perceive that the weight will melt off.

Some women lose their pregnancy weight in a matter of weeks and for others it may take 9+ months or they may find a new normal weight that is slightly higher than before. There are so many factors that affect weight, and hormones are a big one that can be significantly affected by breastfeeding.” Instead of focusing on scale numbers, she recommends trying to emphasize high quality nutritious foods and incorporate gentle and enjoyable physical activity when medically cleared to do so. Above all else, be kind to yourself during your recovery, slow down, and focus on nourishment.

a variety of foods once me to move to solids.

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Throw a Plant-Based Barbecue

by KAREN KELLY

This grilling season, go beyond the meat and poultry mainstays to throw a plant-based cookout bursting with fresh and seasonal ingredients, south of the border flavors, and vibrant colors.

For more tasty takes on summer flavors, check out Kelly’s other recipes at Seasonal Cravings.

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Ingredients TACOS

1 head of cauliflower 2 cups coleslaw mix (green cabbage, carrots, and red cabbage) 3 flour or corn tortillas 2 Tablespoons chili lime seasoning AVOCADO CREMA

1 avocado ¼ cup full fat canned coconut milk, well shaken 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice 3 Tablespoons olive or avocado oil salt and pepper TOPPINGS

Cilantro Vegan cheese, crumbled avocado PER TACO

477 calories, 30 g protein, 50 g carbs, 11 g fiber, 8 g sugar

Directions 1. Preheat gas grill to medium high. Grease grates.

2. Slice cauliflower to get large pieces that will not fall in between grill grates. Brush generously with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and chili lime seasoning.

3. Cook for roughly 5–6 minutes per side.

4. While the cauliflower grills, place all Avocado Crema ingredients into a blender and blitz until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add 1–2 Tablespoons of the Avocado Crema to the coleslaw mix and toss.

6. Assemble tacos. Lay out tortillas and place coleslaw on the bottom. Break up the cauliflower into small pieces and add to each taco. Top with cilantro, cheese, and avocado crema.

Makes 3 tacos

r e w o fl i l u a C Grilled s with Taco o Crema Avocad

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KIWI recom men ORGA ds NIC ingred ients

Ingredients 4 ears of corn ¼ cup unsalted vegan butter, room temperature 1 Tablespoon chili lime seasoning ¼ cup vegan cheese, crumbled salt to taste

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Chili Lime Dairy-Free Butter Directions

cilantro

1. Preheat grill to medium high. Place corn on grill and cook for roughly 15–20 minutes with the lid shut. Rotate corn often.

PER EAR OF CORN

2. Mix the room temperature butter with the chili lime seasoning.

Spread all over corn as soon as the corn is done.

318 calories, 8 g protein, 22 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 4 g sugar

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3. Sprinkle with cilantro and cheese and serve immediately.

t u n o c o C y Cherr sicles Pop Ingredients CHERRY LAYER

3 cups frozen cherries 1 cup water 2–3 drops stevia sweetener COCONUT LAYER

1 ½ cups full fat canned coconut milk (cream and liquid) 2 drops stevia PER POPSICLE

220 calories, 3 g protein, 15 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 11 g sugar

Directions 1. Blend the frozen cherries, water, and stevia in a high-powered blender until smooth. (Mixture will be thick.)

2. Carefully spoon cherries into the popsicle mold, filling it up about 1/3 of the way. Freeze this layer for about 30 minutes to ensure it doesn’t mix when you add the next layer.

3. Mix the coconut layer in a high-powered blender.

(It may take a few minutes to mix this because the coconut can separate a bit.)

4. Pour the coconut layer into the popsicle mold and place back in the freezer for another 30 minutes.

5. Finally, add the cherry layer one more time filling all the way up to the top.

6. Freeze overnight.

7. When ready to serve run warm water (not too hot) over the bottom and sides of the popsicle mold to help release the pops.

Makes 4 popsicles

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Demystifying Food Labels

by MAUREEN FROST

Making healthy choices at the grocery store can get complicated when you account for all the claims, seals, and certifications occupying space on your food’s packaging. These labels can unlock a wealth of knowledge into how your food was grown and processed if you just understand what they mean.

From food safety to environmental standards, here’s your guide to the top common food labels and upand-coming certifications you should know about.

LABEL/CERTIFIED BY

WHAT IT MEANS

USDA Organic

There are a few different ways to categorize “organic” and each label is used according to the percentage of organic ingredients present in the product. The USDA Organic seal signifies that foods and livestock are grown without the use of toxic/synthetic fertilizers, GMOs, antibiotics, synthetic growth hormones, and artificial preservatives/flavors/colors.

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

USDA 100% Organic USDA Organic

Every single ingredient fits the USDA Organic standards.

At least 95% of the ingredients have been certified to be organic.

Made With Organic

At least 70% of the ingredients are certified to be organic. This label does not qualify for the USDA Organic seal and the organic ingredients must be specified on the packaging. Note, a certification is still required for this label.

Organic Ingredients

The product cannot be qualified as “organic” and the USDA label may not be used.

This label does not require certification and does not protect against the inclusion of GMO ingredients.

Non-GMO Project Verified The Non-GMO Project

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This third party verification confirms that the ingredients have not been genetically modified. (Genetically modified organisms are any plants, animals, or other microorganisms that have had their genetic material altered in a laboratory.)

The Non-GMO Project Standard includes strict provisions for testing, segregation, and traceability in order to mitigate contamination risks—including a 0.9% action threshold for food inputs.

Certified Vegan

Products cannot contain any animal ingredients, animal-derived GMO’s, or involve any animal testing

Vegan Action

Certified Plant Based

Eligible products include meat, egg, and dairy alternatives or substitutes that do not have any animal-derived ingredients.

NSF International

Certified GlutenFree

The largest gluten-free certification program, this label assures consumers that the food product contains 10ppm or less of gluten and does not contain any barley-based ingredients.

Gluten Intolerance Group’s Gluten-Free Certification Organization

Certified Humane Raised & Handled Humane Farm Animal Care (HFAC)

Free Range

The goal of this certification is to improve the lives of farm animals from birth through slaughter. The Humane Farm Animal Care® Standards specify that no animals be kept in cages, crates, or tie stalls, rather they must be able to do what comes naturally for their species. The animals are not treated with antibiotics or growth hormones and their food doesn’t contain animal by-products.

The USDA defines Free Range as allowing birds continuous access to the outdoors.

This does not account for the amount of time the birds actually spend outdoors or how much space they are allowed.

USDA

Certified Humane Pasture Raised

The USDA does not regulate the term “pasture raised” so HFAC has created their own requirement that gives hens at least 108 square feet each of outdoor space. Given their accessibility to the outdoors, these birds may have a diet that includes grass, bugs, and worms.

HFAC

Cage-Free

Hens receive unlimited access to food and water and do not live in cages. Their exact amount of space is not regulated and their access to the outdoors is undefined.

USDA

American Grassfed

This seal guarantees that the meat, dairy, and pasture pork are fed only on grass and forage without the use of antibiotics or synthetic hormones. These animals do not live in confinement and are all born and raised on American family farms.

The American Grassfed Association

Fair Trade Certified Fair Trade USA

The business doesn’t use child or forced labor and offers fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to unionize to their employees.

Goods must be produced in a way that supports the local community environmentally, economically, and socially.

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No Hormones Administered

This label may be used on beef that has not been treated with hormones. May also see rBGH-FREE, which is a genetically engineered growth hormone.

USDA

No Antibiotics

Red meat and poultry with this seal have not been treated with antibiotics.

USDA

Natural

These food products do not contain any artificial ingredients or colors and are minimally processed . Food labeled as natural must also call out what makes it natural like “no artificial ingredients”.

USDA

Non Glyphosate Certified

This certification means that foods and drinks are free from the harmful weed killer, glyphosate, found in Bayer’s (formerly Monsanto’s) Roundup.

BioChecked

Bee Better Certified™

Farms that qualify for this label must provide a habitat for bees and protect them from pesticide exposure.

Oregon Tilth

Regenerative Organic Certified

This label goes further than organic standards to encompass practices focused on animal welfare, soil health, and workers’ rights. The carbon capturing regenerative farming practices associated with this label effectively fight the warming of our planet.

Regenerative Organic Alliance

Rainforest Alliance Certified™

This seal is meant to qualify that the farms and businesses associated meet social, environmental, and economic sustainability standards.

Rainforest Alliance Project

Certified B Corporation B Lab

Companies who meet the highest standards in environment, social, transparency, and legal accountability with an effort to balance profit with the betterment of society can qualify for this seal.

Those that hold this title work to reduce inequality, lower levels of poverty, improve the environment, and beyond.

Moms Meet Seal of Approval

This seal is awarded to products that have received exceptional ratings from Moms Meet Mom Ambassadors and their group members.

Moms Meet

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How to Find an

Ocean-Friendly Sunscreen

Our picks According to the Oceanic Society, between 6,000 and 14,000 tons of sunscreen wash off into coral reef habitats every year. Many of the chemicals found in conventional sunscreens can contribute to the bleaching of these reefs, essentially killing them and their surrounding ecosystem. Choosing a reef-friendly sunscreen for your family will help protect our oceans and the wildlife that lives in them.

Goddess Garden Kids SPF 50 Mineral Sunscreen

Guidelines for Reef-Friendly Suncare: Avoid these chemical ingredients: any form of microplastic spheres or beads, any nanoparticles like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, oxybenzone, octinoxate, 4-methylbenzylidene camphor, octocrylene, paraaminobenzoic acid (PABA), methyl paraben, ethyl paraben, propyl paraben, butyl paraben, benzyl paraben, and triclosan

Bare Republic Mineral SPF 30 Sport Sunscreen Spray

Choose mineral or inorganic sunscreens like non-nano zinc oxide or titanium oxide that cannot be absorbed by the corals Sources: Oceanic Society and Haereticus Environmental Laboratory

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SAFETY TIP:

Parental supe rvision is suggested and grownups should operat e the glue gun.

For safe altern atives to the glue gun, KIW I suggests non-toxic glue or double sided tape.

DIY CRAFTS FOR THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER When the air out there is too hot to handle or you’re looking for a way to spark imaginative play, these crafts will offer you and your child hours of whimsical fun.

Reprinted with permission from Low Mess Crafts for Kids by Debbie Chapman, Page Street Publishing Co. 2018.

PHOTO CREDIT: DEBBIE CHAPMAN.

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Flower Wreath Headband

Doesn’t it seem like the fairest and kindest characters always have a flower wreath in their hair? The villains very rarely get to wear something so beautiful. These headbands are so pretty and they’re amazingly simple to make!

This is a fantastic low-mess craft that only uses a handful of materials. Add a dot of hot glue to the flower, press it onto the elastic and repeat—it’s so easy! Do you have any extra flowers left over? Tape a few together and tie a ribbon around the stems to make a bouquet to go with your headband.

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MATERIALS

½-inch wide elastic (available at the craft store or fabric store) Fabric flowers and leaves, different sizes and colors Wide ribbon

TOOLS Scissors Low-temperature glue gun

1. Cut a piece of the wide elastic to be about 24 inches long.

2. Pull the fabric flowers off from the stems. Trim off the plastic piece at the back of the flowers so the flowers will lay flat.

sure the flowers go all the way around your head.

Cut fabric leaves from the stems (if you have them) and glue them between some of the flowers to fill in any gaps.

7. Tie the ends of the elastic into a double knot. Test the size on your head and adjust it if you need to.

Pull the ends to make the knot tight, then add some hot glue to the knot to keep it from coming apart.

Trim off any extra elastic.

8. Cut two long pieces of ribbon, about 24 inches each. Cut the ends at an angle.

3. Decide where the largest fabric flower is going to be placed on the elastic band. It looks best if it’s positioned about 1⁄3 from the end.

4. Add a small glob of glue from the glue gun to the back of the largest fabric flower.

5. Carefully press the glue onto the wide elastic.

9. Find the middle of the ribbons and tie them around the knot in the elastic at the back of the headband.

You should end up with four long pieces of equal length ribbon dangling from the back.

10. Your flower wreath headband is complete!

HINT: Look for inexpensive and colorful fabric flowers

at the dollar store or craft store. Sometimes you can even find them at a second-hand store.

6. Continue gluing on flowers until there’s only about 3 or 4 inches of the wide elastic showing at each end.

This will depend on the size of your head—make

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1. Cut out five small strips of fur, about a 1 ⠄2 inch wide and 2 inches long each. The fur needs to be wide enough to wrap around a finger. Cut as close to the bottom of the fabric as possible and pull the long fur out of the way of the scissors so you don’t trim it off.

5. Gently pull the fur on each finger downwards so you can see the circle opening.

6. Add a small line of glue into the opening then pinch the opening closed. Repeat for the other 4 fingers of the glove.

2. Add a small line of hot glue to one end of a fur strip, then overlap the other end on top, pressing it onto the glue, to make a small circle. Repeat for the other four strips of fur.

3. Add a small line of hot glue around the inside bottom edge of one of the fur pieces. Press it onto the tip of one of the fingers of the winter glove.

7. Decide which googly eyes you want on which finger, then attach them to the glove using the glue gun.

Glue each eye on the edge of the fur so that they are half on the glove and half on the fur.

8. Your winter glove monster puppet is complete!

4. Repeat for the other four fingers of the glove so that each glove finger has fur on the tip.

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MATERIALS

1 small scrap of long hair fur (about 2x4 inches) 1 winter glove  2 large googly eyes 7 medium googly eyes

TOOLS Scissors

Winter Glove Monster Puppet You can find long hair fur at any fabric store, and most craft stores. If you have trouble finding the color you want, try looking in the stuffed animal section at the dollar store. A crafty grown up might be willing to help you remove the fur by cutting along the seams or using a seam ripper.

This is such a fun craft project that only uses a handful of materials! The only scraps you’ll be making are from cutting the scraps of long hair fur. I recommend cutting the fur over the top of a large placemat or baking sheet to make it easier to collect and throw away any of the stray fur bits that may fall off. It makes cleaning up easy!

Low-temperature glue gun

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Sparkly Unicorn Hat

The mystical unicorn! Do you know anyone who loves them?

It’s super easy to make your own unicorn horn from selfadhesive craft foam and ribbon. It’s easy to keep the mess down when your craft supplies have stickiness built right into them. You get to skip the glue completely for this one!

These unicorn horns also make an awesome birthday party favour. (Did you notice that they are also very similar to party hats?) Place the horn on your head, tie the ribbon under your chin, and it’s an instant transformation!

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MATERIALS

1 piece of sparkly, self-adhesive craft foam Thin ribbon Thick ribbon

TOOLS Scissors

cone if you need to and make sure you press it tightly closed again to keep the ribbon in place.

1. Cut out a pie-shaped piece of craft foam, about 7 inches long on the straight edges and 6 1/2 inches wide on the curved end (or a similar size that fits on your piece of craft foam).

6. Wrap the thin ribbon around the cone several times, evenly spacing the ribbon as you work your way from the point down to the bottom of the cone. Cut the ribbon, leaving at least 1 inch of extra ribbon at the bottom.

2. Trim off 1⁄2 inch from the point of the pie shape.

7. Carefully peel back a small portion of the selfadhesive backing and press the ribbon onto the sticky part. Push the backing back in place over the ribbon.

3. Cut off about 1⁄2 inch of the paper backing from one edge of the craft foam, leaving about 1⁄2 inch of the sticky part showing.

8. Cut two pieces of the thicker ribbon, about 20 inches long each. Carefully peel back a small portion of the self-adhesive backing and press about 1 inch of the thicker ribbon onto the sticky part of the foam.

4. Roll the craft foam into a cone shape. Use the sticky inside edge of the foam to hold the shape together. If the bottom edges don’t meet perfectly, trim the bottom edge of the cone and make sure it can stand straight up.

9. Push the paper backing back in place over the ribbon. Repeat Step 8 and 9 with the other piece of ribbon on the opposite side of the cone.

10. Your sparkly unicorn horn hat is complete!

5. Take the end of the thin ribbon and carefully push it into the point of the cone. Open the point of the

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A Screen-Free,

Simple Summer

by Maureen Frost

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lipping your sandals off and walking barefoot through the grass, catching fireflies at dusk, running wild through the sprinklers on a hot day, playing capture the flag till it’s too dark to see—these are just a few of the magical moments a carefree summer can offer.

My best childhood memories all revolve around long summer days—the tastes, the sounds, the adventures. Biting into juicy watermelon that drips down your arms, falling asleep to the cool breeze lightly blowing the curtains in and out, selling lemonade at the top of my driveaway, the list could go on.

The memories and traditions made in those early days have stayed with me decades later.

Growing up in the ‘90s, screentime wasn’t as big of an issue. I watched TV, but other than occasionally powering up the family desktop, I lived mainly untethered to technology.

Today, technology is omnipresent in all we do and it has changed how kids grow up. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, American children spend an estimated seven hours a day in front of screens. This can negatively affect their cognitive development, social skills, creative play abilities, and academic performance. Research also shows that too much screen time for young children can pose a risk for childhood obesity, irregular sleep patterns, and behavioral problems.

So this year, it’s time to take back the simple joys of summer vacation and instill in your kiddos a love of adventure, outdoors, and spontaneous play without the screens. Here are a few helpful tips to inspire your family’s unforgettable summer.

Head outdoors together and often

The best way to teach your kids is through example.What better way to show them the true joys of warmer temperatures and longer days than by enjoying them yourself? Whether it be a family walk after work, weekend adventures at the beach, or simply playing in the backyard, everyone will benefit from the added bonding and fresh air.

Create family traditions

American children spend an estimated seven hours a day in front of screens

Your family is unique, so celebrate the passage of time and the best parts of the seasons in your own special way.These will be the memories that your kids will hold onto from year to year and possibly even pass on to their own children.

Whether you plant a garden together, pick your own berries to make jam, or create your own backyard Olympics, the opportunities are endless.

Let your kids be bored

When your kids are bored, they’ll be forced to think up fun things to fill their time—and that’s when the magic starts.The simple act of slowing down leads to a greater awareness of your surroundings and lets your brain wander to all the best places. Just be sure to encourage your kiddos towards creative projects or outdoor fun and away from the tablets and TVs.

Ditch the toys for more imaginative play

So while toys are great, having less stuff can lead your kids to use their imagination more. Keeping a few engaging toys in the rotation and letting go of the rest may inspire your littles to spend more time playing pretend, putting on impromptu shows, or exploring.

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INSEASONNOW

by Amanda McAnally

PINEAPPLE WHY WE LOVE IT: A tropical summer classic, pineapple is the ideal treat to cool off with on a long hot day. This supersweet fruit contains large amounts of manganese, a key mineral that aids in cellular energy production and detoxification. It is also often included in natural remedies to soothe allergies and arthritis.

HOW TO CHOOSE IT: Believe it or not, how a pineapple looks on the outside does not indicate its ripeness. Avoid those that are brown at the bottom. A green or yellow color could mean it’s ripe, but choose one that smells sweet and is firm when squeezed.

HOW TO STORE IT: A ripe pineapple will keep for about three days at room temperature. Once it has been peeled and chopped, store in an airtight container and refrigerate.

DELICIOUS WAYS TO USE IT: Pineapple is the perfect sweet addition to tons of dishes you love—and a few you might not have thought about. Toss it in your smoothie, grill it at your next cookout, or sprinkle a few pieces on top of your salad for a light, tropical twist.

Pineapple-Carrot Bliss

Grilled Pineapple with Pureed Raspberries

Dragon Fruit & Pineapple Ice Pops

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