Spoil Dad this Father’s Day with recipes from Mandy Sacher
They say the way to a man’s heart is often through their stomach – so you can’t go wrong by surprising the significant men in your children’s life this Father’s Day with something homemade, especially if it’s also edible and nutritious. Whether it’s a hearty breakfast, backyard barbeque or a traditional Sunday roast, Chief Nutrition Officer, […]
Top 4 benefits of wholegrains with Mandy Sacher
Do you find the different types of grains a little confusing? You’re not alone! Grains have gotten a lot of attention lately and not all of it positive. So, let me unravel the mystery for you! Wholegrains, such as brown rice, quinoa, barley and rolled or steel-cut oats maintain their fibre, vitamin and mineral content […]
Boosting your immunity ahead of flu season
Winter brings with it beautiful crisp mornings, long snuggly nights and hearty, warming meals. Unfortunately, it also usually brings coughs, colds and cases of flu. As we head into the flu season, most of us start thinking about how to best support our immune system and avoid that common cough or cold. But did you […]
Top Tips for Healthy Snacking
We’ve all been there; we arrive home from school or activities absolutely famished and grab the first snack item we see. Packaged convenience foods are often the most manageable solution to quench that snack craving, however, unfortunately, the problem is that convenience snacks usually contain little nutritional value, are low in fibre, high in sugar and loaded […]
6 tips for ‘healthier’ trick-or-treating with little children
Halloween is a fun and exciting time for children to dress up and gather as many sweets and lollies as their Halloween buckets can carry. However, overloading on sugary sweets and lollies can play havoc with their little tummies, not to mention the sleepless night that may follow due to the sugar highs and lows, […]
Food Allergies in Children
Did you know that Australia is known as the ‘food allergy capital’ of the world? Food allergies and sensitivities in children are on the rise, with research indicating that 4-8% of children under 5 years of age have a food allergy, and a whopping 10% of babies under one year have a proven food allergy. […]
Cooking With Kids To Tackle Fussy Eating
Did you know that anywhere from 13% to 50% of Australian youngsters will go through a phase of picky eating at some point during their childhood? Whilst most children will outgrow this, 5-20% of children continue to be fussy up until 10 years of age and beyond. The causes of fussy eating are diverse, but […]
Festive Fun in The Kitchen With Mandy Sacher
With the excitement of the festive season now well and truly upon us, it’s the perfect opportunity to encourage your little one into the kitchen – helping you to prep and create a range of delicious Christmas, Chanukah, or New Year’s Eve snacks. Cooking together as a family lays the foundation for a healthy and […]
Teaching Kids About Food Origins and Sustainability: A MindChamps Approach
Did you know that many children are unable to identify common vegetables like tomatoes or realise that eggs are produced by chickens? This alarming trend highlights a growing disconnect from our food sources. In an era where small backyards, increased screen time, and the convenience of pre-packaged foods prevail, our young ones are losing valuable […]
Benefits of introducing children to culturally diverse foods
At MindChamps, we embrace and celebrate all the different cultures and backgrounds that make up our MindChamps families. And as parents, we strive to provide our children with a deep acceptance, understanding and a rich tapestry of experiences based on cultural diversity. One delightful and engaging way to achieve this is through the exploration of international […]