2010 National Health Observance Calendar
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Fast & healthy breakfast:

If you use cereal, go for low sugar, high fiber and add fresh fruit on top

Some 5 minute ideas:

Fruit smoothies – Blend 1 cup of milk, a third of a cup of cottage cheese, a banana or 4oz berries with crushed ice

Scrambled, poached or boiled eggs with whole-wheat toast and fruit

Egg wraps – scrambled eggs in a whole-wheat burrito with favorite toppings

Breakfast tacos: sliced or grated cheese on soft taco. Heat in pan until cheese melts and fold. Add fillings – corn, onion, tomato, lettuce etc

Banana Dog:  Whole wheat hot-dog bun with peanut butter and a banana

Whole-wheat waffles or pancakes with fruit

and honey

General Nutrition Guides & Links

USDA website  
Nutrition.gov

Recipes

Banana Smoothie Recipes click here 
15 Nutrient Rich Super Snacks
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Kid Friendly Snacks click here
Easy Breakfast Recipes click here

 
A balanced lunch should include:

Protein: tuna, turkey, chicken, lean meat, eggs, cheese, fish, beans, hummus, peanut butter

Carbohydrate: Any 100% whole wheat bread including pita, bagel, tortilla, muffin, rolls. Brown rice, rye bread, sprouted bread, potato (baked, boiled or roasted).

Fruits & Vegetables:  Apples, banana, berries, figs, grapes, grapefruit, kiwi,  melons, nectarines, oranges,  pear, peach, plums.  Avocado, broccoli, carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, peppers, salad

Any fruit or vegetable your child likes is a good choice for lunch or snacks.  If possible choose organic but if cost is a factor check out the pesticide guide link below to see which non-organic foods contain the most pesticides. Some non-organic produce is almost as safe as organic!

Exercise Guides & Links
www.fitness.gov

School Nurse Notes
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Link to school health forms
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