Wellness Weekly 12: Running After Non-Hyper Kids

By Idy Perl

Welcome back to another installment of Wellness Weekly! This week we're breaking some myths about sugar and hyperactivity (but are we though?) and preparing for Purim. A freilichen Purim!

Myth Buster

Myth: Sugar causes hyperactivity in kids.

Truth: Despite a lot of research, scientists have not been able to find any conclusive evidence to prove that sugar causes hyperactivity or cognitive changes. I know, I know, they should spend some time with your kids at the end of Purim and they might change their minds…

 

Healthy Hack

You know what’s healthy and delicious? A Friday night Shabbos meal after a day of junk food. Indulge.

 

Wellness Wisdom

Drink some water if you’re drinking alcohol, eat something besides wafer rolls and chocolate, but most importantly, be b’simcha!

 

Mind And Body Exercise

While running (exercise!) after said sugar stuffed kids, try and remind yourself that their hyperactivity is actually a figment of your imagination and not recognized by the scientific community.

 

Sharing is Caring

How do you ration junk food on Purim and ensure your children also ingest something with nutritional value?

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