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 TAKEAWAYSSleep 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 & RESOURCESStudies on sleep and insulin resistancePodcast Home: fatsciencepodcast.comCooper Center for Metabolism: coopermetabolic.comDiabesity Institute: diabesityinstitute.orgResources from Dr. Cooper: coopermetabolic.com/resourcesJoin Our Community: patreon.com/cw/FatSciencePodcastSubmit Your Question: questions@fatsciencepodcast.com or dr.c@fatsciencepodcast.comFat Science is supported by the Diabesity Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to effective, science-based metabolic care.This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.