Janet Rausa Fuller
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Prevent Measurement Mishaps With This Simple Salt Conversion Chart
You probably use salt every day, but how much do you really know about where it comes from or how to swap one kind for another? → Read More
How to Shop for Olive Oil
There are a lot of fakers out there. Read how to shop for olive oil and how to find the best olive oil for your buck. → Read More
What to Pack for Lunch When Your Kid Won't Eat Sandwiches
Looking for lunch ideas for kids that aren't sandwiches? We talked to a nutritionist to find out what she packs for her kids. → Read More
My Kid Is a Vegetarian—Now What?
Find out how some families are handling their child's decision to become a vegetarian, and what these parents cook for their vegetarian kids. → Read More
Seven Reasons Why Every Parent Needs to Keep a Bag of Peas in the Freezer
Is there any other frozen vegetable that can do so much? This writer, a parent of two, can't live without them. Here's why. → Read More
What to Do When Your Kids Eat With Their Fingers, Not Forks
Find out what experts say about why kids tend to eat with their hands and how to encourage them to use silverware. → Read More
Please Stop Trying to Sneak Vegetables Into Your Kids' Food
Find out why writer Janet Rausa Fuller does not believe that sneaking vegetables into kids' foods is a good idea. → Read More
6 Dishes Kids Can Cook Without Any Help From You
Check out these easy recipes for kids to cook on their own when they're first getting comfortable in the kitchen. → Read More
How to Get Your Kids to Eat—and Maybe Even Like—Spicy Foods
Find out how to encourage your kids to try spicy foods with these tips from experts and fellow parents. → Read More
Wasabi vs. Horseradish: What to Know Other Than They're Really Hot
In the game of wasabi vs. horseradish, it can be hard to tell the difference—unless you know these simple tips for how to buy and store the pungent condiments. → Read More
When Should Kids Start Packing Their Own Lunch?
Find out what experts say about the right time for kids to start packing their own lunch, and how to help them get started. → Read More
Why You Shouldn't Feel Guilty About Giving Your Kids Healthy Breakfast Muffins
Find out why healthy breakfast muffins are actually a nutritious choice for a kid-friendly morning meal. → Read More
What Is Mustard Made of and What Are the Common Types?
This primer reveals what is mustard made of, tips on how to store it, and explains the different types, including Dijon, English, German, Chinese, and deli. → Read More
10 Ways Your Kids Can Pitch In On Thanksgiving
Check out these 10 simple cooking and kitchen tasks your kids can do to help out on Thanksgiving Day. → Read More
Sweet Potato vs. Yam: What's the Difference?
Find out the difference between yams and sweet potatoes, what to look for at the store when buying the tubers, and how to store them at home. → Read More
How Much Protein Do Kids Really Need?
Find out exactly how much protein your kids actually need according to nutrition experts. (Hint: It's probably not as much as you think.) → Read More
Does Red Food Dye Really Affect Kids' Behavior?
Many parents believe red food dye makes their kids hyper. So we looked at the research. Here's what we found out. → Read More
Is Cold Brew Coffee Better for You Than Hot Coffee?
We talked to the experts about whether there are any health benefits to drinking cold brew coffee instead of regular coffee. Here's what they said. → Read More
How Long Is Too Long to Keep Plastic Takeout Containers Around?
Find out if it's safe to keep re-using plastic takeout containers and how best to wash and use them. → Read More
It's Okay to Serve Your Kids Dessert With Dinner
Family nutrition expert Ellyn Satter explains why you should serve your kids dessert alongside dinner—and let them eat it before finishing the rest of the meal. → Read More