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Michelle Obama promoted healthy eating habits when she was first lady. Now, as co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, she aims to give parents healthier food options for their kids.

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Michelle Obama promoted healthy eating habits when she was first lady. Now, as co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, she aims to give parents healthier food options for their kids.

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Michelle Obama is taking on a new role as the co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, which aims to market food and beverages for kids that are both tasty and healthy. The company, which announced its launch Wednesday, is starting with a line of low-sugar, nutrient-dense kids’ drinks made from a fruit-juice blend.

“I believe there is a way to build a successful company and do it right for our kids,” Mrs. Obama said during remarks at the Wall Street Journal Future of

This is what blogger Anisa Karolia wants everyone to know about food during the holy month. By Prudence Wade.

Food blogger Anisa Karolia says she understands the meaning of Ramadan much better now she’s an adult.

Ramadan (taking place this year between March 22 and April 21) involves abstaining from food and water during the day, as well as dedicating yourself to prayer and charitable acts. The fast is broken at sunset every day with Iftar, where family and friends traditionally gather around the table.

“When you’re young, you don’t really think about the charity side of Ramadan,” Karolia explains.

“I now think more about countries where they don’t have food at the end of the day. We know that we are fasting, but we are looking forward to a table full of delicious food.”

Food is important during Ramadan – both abstaining from it, and coming together