Chiropractor In Missoula MT Dr. Shaun Stuto Teaches Parents How to Make Healthy Lunches For Kids

As we grow exponentially more dependent on efficiency and technology, we as a culture continue to squeeze more and more out of each day. For many of us, this means shopping for extraneous minutes and seconds throughout the day in the scramble to get more done. If you are like most parents, there is no time more hectic than the hour between getting the kids out of bed and leaving for school. Getting kids in and out of the shower, clothes ironed, dressed, preparing breakfast, hair and teeth brushed, finishing homework, and organizing backpacks leaves only minutes and seconds to spare to pack lunches for the kids and get everybody out the door and into the car. With these simple and practical tips, you will be able to tackle the challenge with ease. The most critical component and what you brings you to this article is how you can make a health children's lunch in a short amount of time. With these simple tips, your child can eat healthy and gain much more in the process. The eating plan recommended is based upon a paleolithic diet also known as the caveman diet. The following is a list of just a few of the many benefits of eating a healthy lunch.

• Achieve and Maintain A Healthy Bodyweight
• Consistent Energy Level
• Better Focus- Improve or Eliminate Symptoms A.D.D./A.D.H.D. in Kids
• Less Incidence of Sickness/Disease
• Allergy Control and Elimination
• Improved Athletic Performance and Endurance
• Self-Confidence
• Control Acne
• Prevent Cavities
• Better Grades In School

Follow these five simple steps and your challenges with cooking a healthy kids lunch will be eliminated.

1. Eat a healthy dinner and cook extra. If you are cooking for four people eating dinner, prepare food for eight. Preparing for double cuts down on meal prep time and cleanup. It ensures plenty of food for the kids to take to school and buys mom and dad more time in the morning. All schools have a microwave which makes re-heating and taste a non-issue.

2. Buy In Bulk- With the prevalence of stores like Costco and Sam's Club its easy to buy fresh meats, fruits, nuts and vegetables. The healthiest foods on earth are perishable and will go bad within two weeks. Buying in bulk ensures that the right foods are always available.

3. Stock up on the following foods and follow the directions accordingly for serving sizes

Protein (Choose 1 for lunch)

• Lean chicken breast
• Turkey breast,
• Salmon fillets
• Canned tuna or salmon
• Lean ground beef, 7% fat or 93% lean.
• Steak- Fillet mignon, top sirloin, eye of the round

Carbohydrates - (Choose whichever the kid's like for lunch)

• Fresh Fruits: Apples of any color, oranges, mandarins, grapes, blueberries, blackberries, kiwi, bananas
• Broccoli
• Asparagus
• Spinach
• Bell Peppers (All Colors)
• Mushrooms
• Artichoke
• Squash
• Any green leafy vegetables or non-starchy carbohydrates.
• Avoid bread, cereal, rice, pasta, potatoes, yams, pies, pastries, cakes, cookies, donuts, soda, cupcakes, twinkies, and any other non-perishable food item with a brand name or a box. This is a simple rule. If its in a box or has a brand name then leave it at the grocery store. These are the foods contributing to Type II Diabetes in children and the pandemic of obese children.

Fat- (Choose one for lunch) Fat is one of the most important energy sources kids can eat with 9 calories/gram of fat. Fat sources should be primarily mono and polyunsaturated fats versus saturated fat like salty bacon.

Choose from:

• Avocado
• Almond Butter
• Nuts: Almonds, Pine Nuts, Walnuts, Pecans
• Olive Oil
• Cocount Oil
• Sesame Oil
• Canola Oil

4. Stock up on reusable and environmentally friendly plastic containers such as snap ware. They pack easily into lunch boxes, clean up well, and stack easily inside of the refrigerator and cabinets. The biggest benefit is you can pack left overs into portions after cooking dinner and have lunch for the next day already prepared with minimal time needed in the busy morning hour.

5. Avoid sugary soda, boxed juices, and milk as beverage choices. Send your kids to school with bottled water. A reusable tap mounted filter and water bottle is cost effective and easy to refill.

Follow these five simple steps for how to prepare a healthy kids lunch and you will experience less stress in the morning, and a sense of pride that you are providing the highest quality nutrition for your kids. You will also have to endure the comments from other parents who tell you how "lucky" you are that your kids are in such good shape, so intelligent and behave so well in school. Look at them and smile. You've got lunch time licked.

Dr. Shaun Stuto is a Missoula Chiropractor, author and speaker in Missoula, MT. Dr. Stuto is one of many committed Missoula Chiropractors . Call TODAY and schedule an appointment with the chiropractor in Missoula MT who cares: (406) 728-1250