Nutrition & Learning
by Aimee Becker
1. Home Environment
1.1. Families should choose to change their lifestyle to include healthier choices to help their children.
1.2. Becoming aware of what a child is eating at home and at school will aid in creating this change.
2. Psychological Aspects
2.1. Better nutrition helps memory and attention
2.2. Sweeteners like aspartame are linked to depression
2.3. Students become proud of their achievements and are more confident.
3. Behavior & Mood
3.1. Reviewing a child's diet before assigning any medications is a viable option for controlling behavior.
3.2. Cutting out sugar improves mood and ability to interact with others, while also increasing calmness and ability to focus.
4. Impact on Achievement
4.1. Students are able to complete tasks and perform their best
4.2. Ability to focus and interact with others cooperatively increases comprehension and achievement.
5. Sensitivity to Food
5.1. Small sensitivities to food can create large unwanted impacts healthwise and behaviorwise
5.2. Added sugars, dyes, preservatives, and even wheat and dairy products in a child's diet affect their overall well-being
