Implement Healthy Habits All Year Long

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The summer break has officially begun and your children are likely making the most of every minute of every day, from summer camp and playdates to BBQs and picnics! As part of the Healthy Habits Program, Lysol hopes to spread the word on the healthy habits you can teach your children and practice this summer, starting with changes you can make in your own backyard. Whether your family is vacationing at the beach or throwing a BBQ at home, arm your children with the knowledge to help them stay healthy and truly make a memorable summer break. Some simple ways include:

  • Grill with Knowledge: For your summer BBQs and picnics, give your children a lesson in food safety using the CDC BBQ IQ[1] Key takeaways include properly washing surfaces that have come in contact with raw meat and thoroughly washing veggies. And of course, washing hands before and after they eat!
  • Drink Water and Have Fun: Longer days mean your children will likely be spending more time outside. Remind them of the importance of staying hydrated while playing outdoors A good rule of thumb is have them drink five to eight cups of water a day.
  • Clean to Support Your School: Lysol and Box Tops for Education partnered to help promote healthy habits and support schools across the U.S. If you’re one of many parents who collect Box Tops for your children’s school, you can now also collect from Lysol Disinfecting Wipes and Lysol Disinfectant Spray.

Visit Lysol.com/HealthyHabits for more information on the Healthy Habits Program.


Rory Tait is the Marketing Director at Lysol. He drives the Lysol Healthy Habits campaign, a program focused on educating parents across the country on the importance of healthy habits and good hygiene practices. Box Tops for Education and associated words and designs are trademarks of General Mills, used under license. ©General Mills

[1] CDC.gov. “BBQ IQ. Get Smart. Grill Safely” (Accessed June 1, 2015)

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