Aloha ‘Ohana!

Now that we’re half way through the summer we thought it was a good time to highlight a few thoughts on staying health this summer.

All of us at KHC believe that summer is a great time to start new healthy habits. Especially for the over 40% of our keiki who struggle with weight and nutrition.

Here are 5 simple habits to try:

Fill 50% of you plate with fruits and veggies.

Eat at least one meal a day with your family

Set limits screen time for the whole family and no TV while eating!

One hour of FUN exercise a day

• Encourage kids to do activities they love most.

• Family fitness works! Be a role model and get moving with your keiki.

• Go swimming, surfing or just walk on the beach.
  Ditch sugary drinks

• Serve water or low fat milk at meals.

• Don't keep sweetened drinks around the house.

• Water is best during and after exercise.

• Avoid sports drinks except for high intensity endurance sports.

Have fun out there an #staywell #bewell

Mahalo!

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Aloha Ohana!

It’s ‘Ulu Tuesday and here are some fun facts about this superfood from our registered dietitian.

The Many Health Benefits of ‘Ulu

‘Ulu is considered a superfood not only because one fruit feeds an entire family and there’s enough fruit on the islands to feed the whole population, but due to its nutritional value. It’s sometimes called the tree potato for how versatile it is in cooked dishes and for how it tastes when it’s mature. But it's higher in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals than white potatoes.

There are many nutrients packed into one fruit. ‘Ulu is loaded with:

Antioxidants

Carotenoids

Fiber

Iron

Magnesium

Niacin

Omega 3 fatty acids

Omega 6 fatty acids

Calcium

Copper

Phosphorus

Potassium

Thiamine

Protein

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

And it Tastes Great!

You can eat and enjoy ‘ulu at any stage. When it’s green and hard, it tastes like an artichoke. When it’s mature, it tastes and cooks like a potato or other root vegetable. When very ripe, it’s sweet and is enjoyed like fruit or dessert.

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#bewell

#staywell

Aloha gang!

With the state entering Tier 4, school out, and summer in full swing, many of us are enjoying our island’s great outdoors, BBQs, and other ocean adventures. Here are healthy tips to Protect Your Skin from the Inside out:

• Science recommends 15 minutes of sunlight a day to provide a healthy dose of Vitamin D, but excess sun exposure can activate free radicals that can damage skin and stimulate aging.

• Wearing sunscreen daily and using other forms of sun protection such as clothing are essential, but you can also support your skin by eating certain foods for UV protection from the inside out.

• Wild salmon – Salmon contains a powerful antioxidant, astaxanthin, which helps to support the skin during sun exposure. Pacific Sockeye salmon contains an average of 10mg of astaxanthin per serving – which is an adequate dosage of astaxanthin for skin health.

• Tomatoes & Watermelon – Watermelon and tomatoes contain the antioxidant lycopene, which studies have shown to be helpful with protecting skin from sunburn when exposed to UV light.

• Carrots – This healthy snack staple may not only help prevent sun damage, but it might also even help reverse it due to the antioxidant beta-carotene found in carrots.

Have fun and be safe out there!