The Sugar Monster is hiding in most homes. A recent study found that preschoolers consume 14 to 17 teaspoons of sugar every day! Today, we’ll tackle the sugar monster by looking at ways to limit the intake of added sugars. You’ll be one smart cookie when you incorporate healthy the snack ideas offered in today’s podcast. (Tackling the Sugar Monster is re-run for the 4th of July holiday.)

We lie about three things: sex, money, and what we eat. We lie most about what we eat… just to make ourselves feel better. We’ll carve up the food the myth, “Americans Eat Better than the Rest of the World.” And we’ll discover which is better free-range eggs or conventional eggs. We’ll discover ways to serve dessert that aren’t only good to eat, but good for you, too. (Americans Eat Better is re-run for the 4th of July holiday.)

Which foods should you buy organically and when will conventionally grown foods do? We’ll find out how families on a tight budget can manage the organic dilemma in today’s Podcast.

Getting ready for a road trip or a vacation? Over the years, I've learned a few tricks for eating healthy while away from home without bringing the kitchen sink. I offer some suggestions in today's podcast for taking a healthy vacation with kids.