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KIDS CARE Monthly News
SEPTEMBER KIDS CARE
COMMUNITY (Animals):
SNAP (Spay Neuter Action Project)is the first and only organization in San Diego County that provides comprehensive programs to solve the core causes of pet overpopulation and its tragic consequences. SNAP is funded through grants, private donations, and corporate sponsorships. They have two paid full-time employees but rely heavily on volunteers. In addition to spay/neuter services, they offer information about spay/neuter as well as classes and workshops for people of all ages. For more information please visit http://www.snap-sandiego.org/
WHATS NEW:
Jimbo’s...Naturally! is proud to offer delicious, organic tortillas from a local company, Mama Cesena’s. Mama Cesena’s is a San Diego based tortilla manufacturer of hand pressed, par-cooked, organic flour tortillas. Each tortilla is handcrafted to ensure a consistent and high quality product. Mama Cesena’s takes pride in offering all natural, organic tortillas. They do not add any preservatives, additives, conditioners, or stabilizers. Mama Cesena’s delicious tortillas are being used in Jimbo’s deli department for sandwich wraps, in addition to the wide selection of burritos available in the Flavours To Go case. Try Mama Cesena’s today!
VITAMIN FACTS:
The ABC’s of Vitamins :Vitamin A is important for good vision and a healthy immune system. Vitamin A can be found naturally in many foods including carrots, spinach, broccoli, and sweet potatoes. Vitamin B is necessary to support our bodies’ metabolism, which is the set of chemical reactions that occur inside of us to maintain life. B vitamins are found in unprocessed foods such as meat, potatoes, bananas, and beans. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans to build a strong immune system. The foods richest in Vitamin C are oranges, green peppers, strawberries, tomatoes, broccoli, and potatoes. Vitamin D helps your body build strong bones. Believe it or not, the greatest source of Vitamin D is not from the food you eat, but from the sun! Vitamin E is important for a strong immune system, and healthy skin and eyes. Very high levels of vitamin E can be found in Asparagus, Avocado, and nuts.
BACK TO SCHOOL:
Lunch Bag Makeover September is exciting because it is back to school month! Here are some Earth friendly ideas for packing your lunch this school year:
- Pack your lunch in a reusable container and your drink in a thermos, which eliminates the waste of juice boxes or pouches and soda cans.
- Instead of using plastic utensils for yogurt or other healthy snack, bring a spoon or fork from home that can be washed instead of being thrown out.
- Eat lunch food that is minimally packaged. Sandwiches, fresh fruit, and fresh vegetables can all be packaged in a reusable lunch container.
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