Recent studies have found a link between physical fitness
and academic performance in children. Studies have also
shown that children, who eat breakfast daily, do better in
school. But there's surprisingly little research focused on
the link between a child's overall diet and his or her
performance in school.
Dr. Paul J. Veugelers of the University of Alberta in
Edmonton and his colleagues have recently completed such a
study. Their findings are published in the April, 2008,
issue of the Journal of School Health. They studied the
eating habits of 4,600 Nova Scotia 5th graders, noting that
about 20% of them had failed the standard 5th grade reading
test.
The findings indicate that healthy eating habits were
associated with significantly better test scores. The
healthy habits turned out to be a quality diet, adequate
amounts of food, variety of food, plenty of fruits and
vegetables, enough protein, enough fiber and getting fewer
calories from fat. The results held even after adjusting the
data for the effects of household income, parental
education, school, and gender.
As parents, we all want our children to have the advantages
and opportunities of a good education.
MannaLife International whole foods can be a big part of your
solution. Kids love them because they taste great - parents
love them because they're convenient.
Make 5 to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day your
goal this summer and lead your children towards a life of
health, happiness, vitality, and longevity.
