Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Top Brain foods to give your children a major boost



Top Brain foods to give your children a major boost

The new school year is approaching and the smell of new sneakers and school supplies are filling the air.  This year give your children the fuel to power through the day feeling energized, motivated and eager to learn!

Helpful Brain Foods:

1.    Start off the day right with a healthy breakfast.  Studies have shown that children who eat a health breakfast do better academically with fewer behavioral issues.  Try oatmeal, scrambled eggs and toast.

2.    Keep the energy up with a balanced lunch.  Your children are relying on lunch to get them through the remaining day, so settling for many of the school lunches which are high in fat and sugar will result in an afternoon crash.  Try making a turkey wrap, peanut butter and banana sandwhich or salmon salad just like a tuna salad.

3.    End the day with a flavorful dinner that has half the plate covered in fresh colorful vegetables, and the other half split between lean protein and whole grains.

4.    Everyone loves a snack so try apple slices dipped in honey or peanut butter, yogurt or trail mix.


What meal gets you through the day?  Tell us in the comments below.

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