Nutrition and Weight

You may protect your child from sunburn and tell them to look both ways when they cross the street,…

Indulging in too many sugar-sweetened foods can have undesirable side effects such as dental cavities and weight gain,…

Research shows that children are more likely to gain weight during the summer months….

The new dietary guidelines say – more strongly than ever – to choose a diet that includes plenty of plant foods and one with far less added sugar than many Americans eat….

While it is true that genetics play a role in body size, shape, and weight,…

We all know it’s important to get enough sleep, but do you know why? …
Lack of sleep can affect judgment,

With childhood obesity on the rise, there are a lot of anti-obesity campaigns that can sometimes be misinterpreted by a child and their family….

Pediatric overweight has been an issue for a while, but now everyone is talking about it!…

What happens when we move our bodies a bit more throughout the day? Read what Dr….

Learn how to keep it positive and keep the focus on how the family is going to make healthier choices,…

Is your teen consuming too much sugar? Learn how you can help them make good choices and reduce sugar intake!…

Help your college-age children prevent obesity and chronic disease by teaching them these tips for how to develop healthy eating and exercise habits. …

Sugary drink marketing to youth has made some progress but there remains much room for improvement. …

Here are some changes that we need to see and steps parents can take to make a difference in their kids’ health by lowering sugar consumption….

Learn why parents need to watch out for fad diets influence on families and kids!…