Back to school time might mean more freedom for you to get things done during the day while your kids are at school, but it also means the start of cold season and compromised immune systems. With so many children interacting together day in and day out, and getting into who knows what on the playground, it’s easy for your kids to get sick frequently. But all it takes is a little planning and preparation to help keep them healthier and safe from germs and colds. This post from Ask Dr. Sears provides some expert tips for protecting your children.

Like you’ve always been told, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And that means that if you’re feeding your children a healthy breakfast full of nutrients, vitamins and proteins, you’re setting them up for a healthy day at school. Sure, breakfast won’t cure everything, but it certainly helps. And when it comes to health and cleanliness, never underestimate the power of frequent hand washing. It’s amazing how many germs spread through hand-to-hand contact, and using antibacterial soaps, gels and wipes can help to remove some of the most harmful germs. For more healthy tips, keep reading.

Read the full article here: Five Back to School Health Tips