Dear Patient and Friend,
The New Year may begin January 1, but for families all over the world, the calendar revolves around the school year. So, when school begins, it’s an important reminder to check in on some important habits, for children and parents alike.
First, get enough sleep. Adults need at least seven hours, while kids need even more. Sleep is when your brain recovers from the day’s activities – get to bed at a reasonable time, and keep your bedrooms dark and quiet. The hours that you are asleep before midnight are more important than the early morning hours. Get the school year started right by getting sufficient rest.
Eat a healthy breakfast – after a good night’s sleep, you want to give your mind and body good fuel to burn. Avoid sugary and salty fried foods, and choose instead organic fruits like bananas, apricots, pears, pink grapefruit, Crenshaw melon, peaches, cantaloupe, green or red grapes, oranges, or applesauce. Try a vegetable smoothie with added protein or sugar-free cereals with Almond, Oat or Rice milk, raisin bread, or potato pancakes. Add Swiss or Cheddar cheese to a piece of toasted rye bread or English Muffins. Try oatmeal with organic raisins, tangy dates and crunchy pecans, topped with fruit and Almond milk. Kids need energy, and a healthy meal to begin the day makes good sense. These same foods make a healthy snack when you are feeling tired, hungry, or craving junk food.
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For Your Health,
Dr. Wendy Lanser D.C.