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10 Ways to Have Happy Holidays—No Eating Required
Turkey, stuffing and pies are all a part of our Thanksgiving traditions, but what about making new traditions with friends and family that are not centered around food?
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Caring for Your Aging Parents: How Do You Cope?
With life expectancy on the rise, the reality is, many of us will be caring for at least one aging parent within our lifetime.
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Should Bigger Babies Be Denied Insurance Coverage?
In Colorado, a 4-month old was denied insurance coverage because he was considered "obese." Is that reasonable?
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Being Too Restrictive With Kids' Diets Could Backfire
New research shows that being too restrictive about the foods children eat can actually cause more weight gain. Surprised?
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Have You Prepared a Flu Emergency Kit?
September is National Preparedness Month. Are you prepared?
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Introducing Kids To A Variety Of Foods Helps Later In Life
Researchers have found that it can take 8 to 15 attempts before children will accept certain foods as part of their diet. But in the end, the struggle might be worth it.
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Can Vitamin D Reduce Your Risks of the H1N1 (Swine) Flu This Winter?
Researchers are looking for new ways to fight the H1N1 influenza virus and Vitamin D may be your best defense this winter.
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Should Mom of 555-Pound Boy be Charged with Neglect?
Most parents only want to do the right thing and give their children a happy life. But when a child becomes obese, are they no longer doing the right thing?
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More TV Means Less Talking Among Kids and Parents
When should children be allowed to start watching TV? How much time should they spend in front of it each day? A new study might make some parents rethink their decision.
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Study: Parents' Diet Doesn't Influence Kids
I've always worked hard to set a good example for my kids when it comes to food choices. But a new study says they might not be paying attention.
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Iowa's Quest To Improve Kids' Health
Although there is debate regarding the effectiveness of P.E., a new program in Iowa is using P.E. and a variety of other methods to improve the health of young people statewide.
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Getting Kids Active: Is Your Community Kid Friendly?
There was a time when kids could play outside in the safety of their community; however, time has changed this way of living and now are kids are paying the price.
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Finding Balance: Can You Have It All At Once?
It's hard to be great at so many things at once because eventually, something has to give. You can end up feeling like you short-changed someone no matter what you decide.
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Do P.E. Classes Really Matter?
Are physical education classes as important as you'd think when it comes to the health of our children? A new study says no.
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Confession: Motherhood Has Changed Me
With Mother's Day approaching this weekend, I've been thinking a lot about my fitness goals and how much they have changed over the past 2 ˝ years.
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