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Snack Alert S M A R T S N A C K I N G C A N help you stay focused all day long and avoid getting foggy, light- headed or (heaven forbid) cranky in class. Frequent breaks for foods that balance complex carbohydrates, protein and fat provide your body and brain with a steady supply of glucose. This means your blood sugar level remains stable instead of spiking and dropping as it does when you grab junk food. A few easy and fast suggestions from NEA Member Benefits (bit.ly/1NqdVuc): Tell us @CATeachersAssoc #notcrankyinclass 1. The Elvis: Peanut butter and banana on whole grain. (The fried version was the King's fave.) 2. The Classic: A red apple (reds boast the most antioxidants), an ounce of low-fat cheese such as string cheese, and five whole wheat crackers. 3. Lite 'n' low: Raw veggies and hummus. 4. Brain boost: Six ounces plain Greek yogurt with ¼ cup low-fat granola. 5. Power pair: Pistachios and dried apricots. 6. Tried and true: Low-cal, low-sugar energy bars. 7. The Go-to: No-nitrate, low-sodium roasted turkey on whole grain. 17 V O LU M E 2 0 I S S U E 3 Know & Tell WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO SNACK? California Schools Risk Management CSEBA CSRM California Schools Risk Management California Schools Employee Benefits Association Risk or Reward... It's All About Proper Balance Our goal is to help districts prosper in the business of education. Through pooled, shared risk management, our not–for–profit JPA can help you focus precious education dollars into the classroom, and that is good, balanced business. Call to join our pool at (909) 763-4900 or visit our website at scsjpa.org. CSRM Specialty Programs • Bullying Prevention • Educator Misconduct Prevention Concussion & Injury Awareness Program • Policy Development Share and Manage Your District Risk with the Right Combination of Services from CSRM CSRM is one of California's most experienced joint powers authorities. We feature: Employment Practice Liability • Workers' Comp Property/Gen Liability • Builders' Risk • Cyber Liability