With school back in session, allow me to vent about one of my pet peeves.

[saslis]

With school back in session, allow me to vent about one of my pet peeves.

That letter that is sent home right before standardized test season begins - Telling me, as a parent, how important these next few days are and how I should make sure my child gets a good night of sleep and a good breakfast.

What - I shouldn't be doing that every day? Aren't the days of learning just as, if not more, important to be in the best condition for school.

Now, I know morning could be rushed and stressful - so you need a plan. Every morning should include a good protein filled - complex carb breakfast for every member of the family. - ( sugar coated cereal - AKA candy - is not a good breakfast -despite what the manufacturers would have you believe). This will hold off blood sugar falls until you can refuel at lunch.

Some suggestions we've used:

• Peanut butter on whole grain toast or whole grain crackers
• Apple slices with peanut butter
• Rolled oats oatmeal with added protein powder
• Smoothie with fruit & protein powder added

There are some other ideas included in the Free E-Book available on www.nosickvisits.com