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Diet Quality

Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals which reduces the risk of nutrient deficiencies and protects the body from diseases and infections, leading to fewer missed days of school and more time spent learning. Generally, findings suggest that the consumption of the following foods leads to lower grades in school:

French Fries

Pizza

Chips

Sweets

Soft drinks

Hot dogs Burgers

This might be due to the fact that poor quality diets may lack certain nutrients such as iron and zinc, which play a key role in brain development, cognitive function and behavior. Available literature clearly suggests that having a good quality diet that includes fruits and vegetables, while avoiding unhealthy

foods, leads to better grades in schools. Set your children up for success with a nutritious breakfast and pack them a health promoting lunch with whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and protein. This ensures they obtain the daily recommended intake of vitamins and minerals and thus leads to better school performance. massa.nutriclub

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