Studies show there is a significant connection between nutrition and students’ academic and sports performance.
Let’s talk about one of the most crucial aspects of your child’s day: their lunch!
The goal is to aim for a variety of colors, plus 30% healthy fats, 30% protein and 40% high-fiber foods (some foods fall into more than one category). The goal is to keep the inflammation down in our children’s bodies and brains by providing supportive fuel.
Berries
Apple/ Apple Sauce
Carrots
Red Pepper
Cherry Tomatoes
Clementine
Cucumbers
Celery
Whole Grain Bagel
Hard Boiled Eggs
Tuna Salad
Pumpkin Seeds
Cut up chicken breasts
Low Sugar Greek yogurt
Roasted Chickpeas
Cottage cheese
Avocardo
Hummus
Olives
Sunflower Butter
Cheese
Low Sugar Greek yogurt
Pumpkin Seeds
Egg yolk
Tuna Salad
Chia Pudding
Children need good nutrition to support growth, learning and development.
“Recent studies have demonstrated that nutrition affects students’ thinking skills, behavior, and health, all factors that impact academic performance.”
Let’s ensure our children grow, learn, and develop to their fullest potential with every bite they take this year!