CDHF Talks: Supporting your Child’s Immune System for Back to School

Written by: CDHF
Updated: September 15th, 2023
CDHF Talks: Supporting your Child’s Immune System for Back to School was recorded by Nesrine Cheikh, RD, DDePT, MScFN, CDE
It’s time for school! You might be feeling excited or even nervous! You’re probably busy trying to prepare their backpacks, new clothes, schedules, lunches, pickup and drop-off times. But one of the most common issues parents and caregivers worry about is “How can I get my child healthy and ready for the school year?”. You may also feel anxious about your child getting sick, as it can feel very overwhelming for both of you. Let’s talk about some ways to help better support your child’s immune system when starting the school year.
In this CDHFTalks, Nesrine Cheikh, RD talks through these themes as it pertains to back to school and your child’s immune system:
- Diet
- Importance of vitamins
- Probiotics
- Lifestyle Tips
- Normalizing Getting Sick
Watch the full version or skip to each section to find the answers you are looking for.
Full Version:
Part 1: Introduction
Part 2: Diet
Part 3: The Importance of Vitamins
Part 4: Lifestyle Tips
Part 5: Normalizing Getting Sick
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