|
BACK TO SCHOOL SNACKS
Good nutrition is one of the most important factors when it comes to a child’s overall health and development at school. Proper nutrition is essential for children to succeed and learn in their school environments. By feeding your children a proper diet, you are helping them to be able to function properly in school in addition to aiding their growing bodies. A proper diet is especially important for growing children. During childhood, the children’s minds are still developing and their bodies are growing fast. Without proper nutrition, a child will lack the vitamins and minerals necessary to facilitate a normal growth and development.
It is important to feed your children a variety of healthy meals and snacks. Avoid feeding children junk food which will only contribute to obesity and malnutrition. The occasional treat will not hurt your child, but it is not healthy to make it a regular habit. One way to ensure that your child eats healthy at school is to make a bag lunch for your child each day and avoid just giving them "lunch money". Include healthy snacks such as fruits and vegetables or other healthy alternatives. Each of these snacks is high in vitamins and low in fat. They also provide your child with energy to keep their attention on school matters rather than drifting off to sleep. Try packing your children’s meals in small portions as children tend to snack on several items at once. While there is no way to ensure that your child is not trading away their food, you are preventing them from buying school lunches which consist of mostly processed food.
Getting involved with the school can be beneficial. Parent council meetings are held regularly for parents to voice their concerns with issues. This would be a good venue for bringing up the subject of healthier school lunches. More than likely, you are not the only parent who has concerns about the food being served in the cafeteria.
The habits that children learn between the ages of 4-10 are the ones that will stick with them into adulthood. By teaching your children about healthy eating (and exercise), you are helping them become well-rounded, healthy adults!
KID FIT CARDIO THIS FALLAre your kids full of energy after a long summer break? Be sure to check out the Kid Fit Cardio classe nearest you.
We are pleased to announce the development of our Elite Boot Camp program for children that have already completely Kid Fit Cardio and Boot Camp and are ready for a bigger challenge!
Kid Fit Cardio is a great option for kids that don't like organized sports, just need to get a little more active, or want to try something new. Our programs are non-competitive and non-sports specific! Watch your child gain self-confidence and improve self-esteem while having a blast!
Watch out in your neighbourhood for the Healthy Me Kid Fit Cardio Challenge at a local school. This challenge pits grade 4s against grade 5s in a 4 week challenge to see which grade can improve the most in an ultimate obstacle course!
If you are searching for the Kid Fit Cardio classes nearest you, be sure to contact head office and we can lead you in the right direction.
Children require at least 30 minutes of intense activity a day in order to stay healthy. A regular Kid Fit Cardio class, combined with healthy and nutritious meals and your child's normal activities like bike riding, rollerblading, walking the dog or sports will help lead your child down the road to a healthy adulthood! Get out there with your kids - there is nothing more enjoyable than getting fit together as a family! You will all see and feel the benefit in no time!
The Kid Fit Chronicles
Sept/Oct 2010
|
