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10 Simple Ways Parents Can Build Better Nutrition Habits Into a Child’s School-Day Routine

Children learn from experience, so the habits you build around food now will shape how they approach eating and nutrition as they grow. School years are an especially important stage of development, with plenty of opportunities to build healthy routines into daily life. Here are 10 easy ways to make balanced eating feel like a normal part of your child’s school day!

Andrew Lemieux
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1. Lock In a 10-Minute Breakfast Window
2. Make Protein & Fiber Non-Negotiable
3. Prep a Few No-Cook Breakfast Options
4. Let Kids Pick From Healthy Choices
5. Follow the 4-Part Lunch Formula
6. Include One Favorite in Every Lunch
7. Time Snacks to Prevent Energy Slumps
8. Make Water the Default Beverage
9. Add Supplements to Existing Routines
10. Involve the Kids in Shopping & Meal Prep
Give Your Kids a Positive Relationship With Food