Wondering how to talk to your child about weight? Maybe by not mentioning it at all. We dig into the stats for some solid advice on tackling it.
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CommunicationHEALTHObesityPARENTING TIPS
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When it comes to getting kids revved up, experts believe processed foods are to blame.
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Study Reveals Surprising Details About Preschool Obesity
by Joe Thompsonby Joe ThompsonAfter decades of presenting disheartening data regarding childhood obesity rates, the CDC says obesity rates in preschoolers has declined. See why.
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A recent Cornell study reveals sky-rocketing rates of obesity in poor neighborhoods. Here’s why this, and the phenomenon of food deserts, exists.
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How America’s Healthiest Schools List Is Saving Kids
by Julie Tolarby Julie Tolar2019 winners of America’s Healthiest Schools included 355 schools from 23 states. The Alliance For A Healthier Generation is striving to increase that list.
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We looked at the research and interviewed the experts. See what we discovered.
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Cholesterol Levels in Kids are Lower… But Obesity Remains
by Jenny Heitzby Jenny HeitzStudies show cholesterol levels in kids are declining, yet obesity is on the rise. Here are some things families can do to combat these health risks.
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There is a serious weight problem in the United States and beyond. Here are some tips for how parents can help their kids with overcoming child obesity.
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Parents can do a lot to help prevent teen obesity. And it’s not as hard as you think! We have some simple tips to make it happen right away.