More than 60% of babies consume added sugars on any given day but the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans hope to change that.
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What Are Added Sugars?
Cookies, candy and sweet treats are what childhood is made of, but we all know feeding our kids too much sugar can...
2 New Reports Show Childhood Obesity More Of A Concern Than Ever
We all know that childhood obesity is an epidemic and more than a third of kids are either overweight or obese in the...
Childhood Obesity: Are Parents to Blame?
Childhood obesity continues to be an epidemic in the U.S., with more than one-third of kids who are either overweight...
10 Reasons Kids Should Eat Healthy That Have Nothing to Do With Childhood Obesity
If you’re a parent, you know your kids should eat healthy, but have you ever thought about the why? Maybe it’s because...
5 Things I Tell My Kids About Healthy Eating, Plus 1 Thing I Never Say
Raising kids who are healthy eaters takes more than just feeding them healthy foods—it’s an ongoing conversation about...
9 Things To Do When Your Child Eats Too MuchThese strategies can help you cope when your child overeats, whether he's overweight or not.
I’ll be the first to admit my kids overeat. Although it’s mostly healthy foods like plenty of fruits, vegetables and...
How To Teach Kids Portion Control
When you think about dieting and losing weight, portion control often comes to mind. To cut calories, you pay...
Why Juice For Kids Isn’t HealthyAlthough juice for kids can be a good source of nutrition for those who don't have access to fresh fruit, most kids don't need it and shouldn't be drinking it--here's why.
Like milk, juice for kids is synonymous with childhood. We pack juice boxes for preschool, serve juice at birthday...
10 Ways To Help Your Overweight ChildIf your child is overweight, diet and exercise are key but taking a family approach, making small, realistic changes and watching what you say can set up your child for success.
If your child is overweight, it’s normal to worry about his diet, if he’s getting enough exercise and the number on...
10 Ways To Prevent Childhood Obesity
We all know the staggering statistics: childhood obesity in the United States has more than doubled in the past 30...