Contests

Previous Contests

2010

February
Q: Phase One has a list of typical signs that indicate your baby is ready for solid food. Name two of the signs.
A:
-- The ability to sit without help.
-- Active interest in food that others are eating; watches people eat.
-- Does not use tongue to push solids or spoon out of mouth.
-- The ability to signal she wants to be fed or has had enough to eat.

January
Q: "Fresh from Florida Kids" works with two food professionals with over 50 years combined experience in the food industry. Name these two professionals.
A: Chef Justin Timineri and Tom Thomas

2009

December
Q: Phase 3 tells us eating _____ does not help promote healthy eating.
A: Junk

November
Q: Phase 2 tells us children 5 and under usually do better experimenting with new foods when relaxed and at which meal of the day?
A: Lunch

October
Q: Happy moms help make happy kids. List two things from Phase 3 you can do to organize your life and make more time your family.
A:
-- Get organized! Arrange your house and office space so that you can be the most productive.
-- Make grocery lists and "to do" lists. Jot down reminders so you can concentrate on other things. Cross off your achievements each day.
-- Keep a monthly budget sheet. You can track what you spend on groceries and anything else that you purchase. Clip coupons when you can. Anything to save a little at the store!
-- Don’t waste time on meaningless things.

September
Q: Name the two things referred to in Phase 1 that help establish a daily routine and commitment to healthy habits.
A: Patience and Effort

August
Q: Iron is important for proper development. Name three iron-rich foods discussed in Phase 2 of the "Fresh From Florida Kids" program.
A: Fortified cereals, green leafy vegetables and beans, as well as tofu, poultry, fish and meats.

July
Q: Name three melons that, after removing the seeds and rind, can easily be pureed and fed to your baby.
A: Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Honeydew