KEEP LUNCH HEALTHY & FUN
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your child’s bedroom and that the room is as dark as possible. Essential oils, such as lavender, can help to release tension and allow for relaxation as well. The lunchtime sandwich may be the standard option, but let’s face it: Slapping the same smears onto bread — day after day, week after week — can leave kids and parents a little bored. Here’s our suggestion for a healthy nut-free, sandwich-free lunch! HUMMUS AND PITA PLATE Nine out of 10 kids love a good hummus— why not make it the star of the show? Pack with things like: Salami, hard boiled eggs, olives, carrots, baby tomatoes, apple slices and grapes (note that dipping is easier and less messy if you pack the hummus in a separate container). Whatever your child loves will work! Using these back-to-school nutrition tips, you can set the tone for the school year and support your child’s health, happiness and success. Wishing all kids a wonderful first week back to school!
ENSURE YOUR KIDS DRINK PLENTY OF WATER Dehydration can lead to a system overload. Our thinking becomes cloudy, energy diminishes, cell activity becomes sluggish and elimination becomes stagnant. Sending your kids to school with 1-2 water bottles daily is one of the easiest and healthiest options. Adding freshly squeezed lemon and lime can add flavor and aids in digestion. MAKE SURE CHILDREN GET ENOUGH SLEEP Growing children need sleep, although they will beg to differ with you! It is vital to their mood, behavior and attention. Children aged 6-13 need about 9-11 hours of sleep a night. To help your children get a good night’s sleep, help instill a regular bedtime routine, ensure the TV, computer, video games and cell phone are out of
YOUR HEALTH IN MIND!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND HERE Jordan and Reba are heading back to finish their final semesters of their doctor of physical therapy program. We will miss them and wish them the best of luck!
R. Jason Kent PT is focused on keeping a safe environment for our patients by closely following CDC guidelines. When scheduling your appointment, we ask all patients to note whether you’d prefer your therapist to wear his/her mask. Please refer to our website for further information on our company protocol for sanitizing, social distancing and staying clean and safe. Need therapy while social distancing? Schedule a virtual Telehealth physical therapy appointment with us today! We want to wish health and safety to all of our patients!
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