By Danielle Terpstra, MS, EP-C, Wellness Account Manager<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While summer break is a nice change of pace for everyone, the new school year can bring a welcome sense of predictability and organization. With some preparation and a splash of diligence, you can use this back-to-school time to build healthy habits and nurture your family\u2019s well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, keep in mind that the secret to lasting success is to focus on the basics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nutrition Sleep Mental well-being ————————<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Recipe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Replace expensive, empty-calorie granola bars with fun, delicious, and nutritious energy bites using this recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 1. Mix the following in a large mixing bowl:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2. Cover and chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Roll into 1-inch balls. Each ball is a serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 4. Enjoy immediately, keep in the refrigerator for up to a week, or store in the freezer for up to a few months. (Thaw overnight for school lunches.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n *If someone in your family has a peanut allergy, sunflower butter is a good substitution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Copyright \u00a9 2022 AllOne Health Resources, Inc. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" While summer break is a nice change of pace for everyone, the new school year can bring a welcome sense of predictability and organization. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":13273,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[199],"tags":[1175,1177,1163,1174,1173,1166,1165,1171,1167,537,1168,1170,1172,419,1178,1164,1176,451,366,1169,694],"class_list":["post-13272","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-whole-health","tag-adapting-to-changes-in-routine","tag-addressing-mental-health-needs","tag-back-to-school-wellness","tag-balancing-academic-and-personal-life","tag-creating-a-supportive-study-environment","tag-establishing-healthy-routines","tag-focusing-on-the-basics","tag-fostering-positive-social-connections","tag-getting-enough-sleep","tag-incorporating-physical-activity","tag-maintaining-a-balanced-diet","tag-managing-stress-through-relaxation-techniques","tag-practicing-good-hygiene","tag-practicing-mindfulness","tag-prioritizing-self-care-during-the-school-year","tag-prioritizing-well-being-for-the-school-year","tag-promoting-a-positive-mindset","tag-seeking-support-when-needed","tag-setting-realistic-goals","tag-staying-hydrated","tag-staying-organized-with-school-materials"],"yoast_head":"\n
<\/strong>Junk foods provide empty calories, added sugars, and harmful chemicals\u2014without providing the proper nutrition necessary for your physical and mental well-being. Make calories count by including real foods (fruits, vegetables, and anything that comes directly from nature) in every lunch and snack. Save time and money by preparing healthy options in bulk this summer (particularly when the garden is flourishing) and freeze them for school lunches. (See recipe below.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Sleep is essential for all systems in the body. It strengthens immunity and improves cognitive functioning and physical performance. To build a healthy sleep environment, enforce the \u201cno electronic devices\u201d rule for at least an hour before bedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Our mental well-being requires daily time spent outdoors, movement, nutritious food, and support for any difficult experiences that take place regarding this adjustment to school. Make these experiences non-negotiable daily (yes, even when the weather isn\u2019t the greatest and extra-curricular schedules put up hurdles). You\u2019ll notice a positive change in everyone\u2019s mental health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n