Back to School Metabolism Tips for the Whole Family

What's the back-to-school metabolism shift all about?

The return to a school routine can have surprising impacts on metabolic health. Dr. Emily Cooper explains how sleep, nutrition, and scheduling affect metabolism, and offers practical advice for parents managing these transitions.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Sleep quality is crucial for kids' and parents' metabolic health.

• Proper fueling before, during, and after exercise is essential for kids.

• Maintaining a consistent schedule can help manage stress and metabolism.

NOTABLE QUOTE

"Fueling the workout enhances our fitness basically, and reduces our stress hormones and strengthens our metabolism." — Dr. Emily Cooper

LINKS & RESOURCES

Studies on sleep and insulin resistance

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Cooper Center for Metabolism:coopermetabolic.com

Diabesity Institute: diabesityinstitute.org

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