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Childhood Obesity

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity affects one in five kids and teens. This month, get tips to help kids achieve a healthy weight. You’ll also learn how to get your kids involved with meal prepping and find out fun ways to help them stay active – even when they’re stuck at home.

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Helping Kids Achieve a Healthy Weight

By Dr. Victoria Uribe

If your child is overweight, you might think he or she will eventually grow into those extra pounds. But this isn’t always the case.

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Four Ways for Kids to Get Active at Home

By Steve Thurston

While achieving a healthy weight is an excellent reason for kids to get enough physical activity, their motivation is usually more about having fun.

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Six Tips for Meal Planning with Kids

By Heather Bautista

Planning your meals in advance greatly increases the odds you’ll eat a more nutritious diet.

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Six Tips to Manage Your Child’s Screen Time

The amount of screen time your child should get varies by age. Here’s what the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends.

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Taking Steps to Address Childhood Obesity

When kids are obese, they have an 80 percent chance of staying obese their entire lives. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help your child achieve a healthy weight.

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Five Ways to Get a Healthy Meal on the Table Faster

With a bit of planning, it’s possible to get healthy food on the table. Here are a few tips.

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