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Preventing Heart Disease Starts in Childhood
Once we become adults, especially middle-aged adults, we frequently hear about the importance of eating heart-healthy foods. But the message is leaving out a key audience: children.Most people incorrectly believe that the processes that…
Good Nutrition Fuels Healthy Child Development
During childhood, optimal nutrition is critical to proper growth and development. Unfortunately, many children today don’t receive adequate amounts of key vitamins, minerals and micronutrients. Experts have identified the following vitamins…
Get Fit as a Family
If you've noticed that the kids have become TV-watching zombies, your spouse is permanently connected to a smartphone and even the dog has gotten too lazy to chase rabbits, it's time to get fit as a family!September 29 is Family Fitness…
Addressing Allergies and Asthma
Asthma and Allergies: An Increasing Problem
• Nearly 50 million people in the United States suffer from allergies.• The incidence of in the United States doubled between 1980 and 2000, with nearly 20 million Americans suffering from asthma.•…
Back to School the Healthy Way
The beginning of a new school year is here. Pencils, crayons, and notebooks are important, but your children's health is the biggest key to making this school year successful for the whole family.
Rise and Shine
Establish a morning routine.…