Helping Kids Eat Healthy

Did you know that what your child eats not only fuels their bodies but also powers their minds?

Let’s talk about one of the most crucial aspects of your child's day: their lunch!

Children need good nutrition to support growth, learning and development. Studies show there is a significant connection between nutrition and students’ academic and sports performance.

“Recent studies have demonstrated that nutrition affects students’ thinking skills, behavior, and health, all factors that impact academic performance.” (see link to this article here).

A healthy, balanced diet is one of the cornerstones of our practice, yet we know many families are on the go with school sports and other activities, so we decided to share some easy and fun ideas for balanced, packable lunches. These could also be dinners on the go! The goal is to aim for a variety of colors, plus 30% healthy fats, 30% protein and 40% fiber (some foods fall into more than one category). This type of combination is nutritionally dense and promotes balanced blood sugar and healthy digestive function. Here are some ideas:

Let's ensure our children grow, learn, and develop to their fullest potential with every bite they take this year!