{"id":14997,"date":"2021-08-02T13:59:27","date_gmt":"2021-08-02T17:59:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/caloriecontrol.org\/getting-into-the-back-to-school-groove\/"},"modified":"2021-08-02T15:00:25","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T19:00:25","slug":"getting-into-the-back-to-school-groove","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caloriecontrol.org\/getting-into-the-back-to-school-groove\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting into the Back to School Groove"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Rosanne Rust MS, RDN, LDN\u00a0 \u2014\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>
\nSchool is back in session and this means there\u2019s more on your to-do list, right? The beginning of the school year lends itself to more structured meal schedules, so take advantage of the new routine and enjoy healthy meals and snacks. While you work to keep the children on track, don\u2019t forget about yourself. Who says after school snacks are just for the kids?<\/p>\n

Breakfast Counts<\/h2>\n

Eating breakfast<\/a> is associated with positive outcomes all around. Children who don\u2019t eat breakfast are less able to learn. Adults who maintain a regular meal schedule often have an easier time managing their weight too. Breakfast is an opportunity to provide macronutrients such as carbohydrates, protein and fats, as well as micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). Your goal is to provide variety, and balance the plate.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no perfect breakfast, the important thing is to nourish the body so it can perform the tasks needed through the morning. Add some bling to your oatmeal, or have a simple slice of whole grain toast with peanut butter and some fruit with a glass of milk.<\/p>\n

Fueling the Athlete<\/h2>\n

While some students may play sports all year round, others get back to sports with the school year. Sometimes, nutrition takes a backseat with the rushed schedules. Be sure your child understands that proper nutrition is important to enhance athletic performance.<\/p>\n