Nurse's Reed's Health Blog

Good morning Cambridge families, I hear a lot of you have been gardening. I'm thrilled about that knowing vegetables are such an important part of a healthy diet.  So as a way to inspire all you budding new gardeners, I've attached a video of 11 year old Samuel Davis who several years ago won the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge by using vegetables he grew from his garden. Sam was honored for his winning Sam's Southern Savoring Salmon Supreme recipe at the White House. Maybe you'll be inspired to make a tasty meal with the vegetables you grow. In the meantime, I hope you will continue to plant seeds, eat well and make friends with vegetables. Healthy Eating | Family Gardens | PBS LearningMedia

Good morning Cambridge families, I was so excited to get pictures of students participating in "National Walk at Lunch/Recess Day". Those that didn't walk joined in spirit by engaging in other healthy activities they enjoy. Remember being active is not about what you're doing. It's about getting outside and moving. Hope you enjoy the show:)

Good morning Cambridge families, it's National Pet Week! Did you know that while you are taking care of your pet, your pet is taking care of you? There have been many studies that show owning a pet is good for your health! When you pet, cuddle or just spending time with your pet it helps decrease feelings of anxiety and loneliness and makes you feel better. And walking your pet is one of the best ways to keep you and your pet healthy.  Studies have shown people that walk their dogs walk on average an extra 30 minutes a day and we know exercise keeps us healthy. And because  pets are fun to spend time with, they can help us feel happier. Celebrate National Pet week by sending me a picture of you and your favorite pet!

Good morning Cambridge families, today you are in for a real treat! Attached is the video of the story of Noah Henry read by our very own Ms. Edgerton:) The story was written and illustrated by Deana Sobel Lederman. Deana is a mom, just like your own, who chose to openly share through this beautiful story how her children were feeling about Covid19. The story shows that even during difficult and uncertain times, we can still chose to support and help each other. I hope you will make your own rainbow to post in the window to show your friends and family you are thinking of them.

Good morning Cambridge families, Part of being healthy is keeping the space we live in pollution free. A healthy planet gives us clean air to breathe, clean water to drink and healthy food to eat. You need a healthy planet to have a healthy body. We all need to play a part in protecting our planet. Open the link below to find out how you can make choices that have a positive impact on the earth. https://www.generationgenius.com/?share=302B9

Good Morning Cambridge Families, today's health topic is tooth brushing! We can all agree that having healthy teeth is important. Without them it would be hard to eat healthy food like fruits and vegetables. And think about it, your smile is the first thing people notice when they meet you. You also need your teeth to talk so people can understand you. And it's not just brushing and flossing that keep your teeth healthy-you also need to be careful about what you eat or drink. Eat lots of fruit and vegetables and drink water instead of soda and don't forget to smile:)

Good morning Cambridge families, hope you are all wearing your comfortable shoes today. Please remember to  practice social distancing when you walk for at least 30 minutes with me and thousands of other walkers in Vermont and all over the country in Celebration of today's National Walk at Lunch/Recess Day. Walking is fun and good for our body. Knowing how important it is to be safe, I thought it would be smart to revisit the rules for pedestrian (walker) safety. Remember to walk with a family member or trusted adult using the rules you learn in this video.