Back to school with protein

Protein is important for proper growth for kids and weight management for adults, and concentration for all of us. It helps keep our bellies feeling fueled and satiated as well. For kids, including top round lean roast beef in their lunch box can help get them heme iron (which is the most bioavailable source of iron and key in energy and cognition) as well as Vitamin B12 (a micronutritient predominantly found in animal products that can enhance brain development and cognitive function).

If you're looking for creative ways to get your kids to consume proper nutrition in the lunch room, try these Meaty Cheesy Pinwheels from www.meatpoultrynutrition.org paired with fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

As busy parents, it is important not to forget about our own health and wellness goals, and getting enough protein throughout our busy days, especially when we prioritize the kids lunch box over our own. That's why Premier Protein drinks can be a useful item in your rotation. Since they're shelf stable, tasty and ready-to-drink, they can be thrown in your bag and consumed when you're elbows deep in parent pick up-drop off, car pools and after school activities with the kids.

Learn more in my segment on WTNH News Channel 8