Wednesday, July 1 | Arthritis Foundation Each year at this time, we commemorate the estimated 300,000 children and their families in the United States who face the everyday challenges of living with juvenile arthritis (JA) and related diseases. Juvenile arthritis is an umbrella term used to describe the many autoimmune …
Not only is it important what a child eats, but also when. Whereas it is recommended that adults eat three meals per day with a snack each in the morning and afternoon, children can also follow this eating routine, but with the addition of an evening snack. So what does …
If your child is a little overweight, there might not be any major problem. A lot of kids grow out of their “baby fat” when they hit their teens. But many do not. And unfortunately, an alarming trend has developed the last few years concerning children that are not just …
Your child is plugged into the electronic world in a big way. While this can definitely be a negative, leading to a sedentary lifestyle, it can also help teach your child about the benefits of fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy lifestyle. You can alternately go “old-school” and …
If you are dealing with an adult that does not want to eat the right foods for a healthy diet, you are probably fighting a losing battle. But picky eating in kids is something you can fix, if you employ some sneaky and intelligent tips. Begin using the following strategies …
Every child is a beautiful, unique creation. However, society often dictates what is considered a “normal” body image in your child’s mind. Encouraging individuality and uniqueness from a young age is very important so that your child grows into a mentally strong and happy adult with a great self-image. Practice …
Getting your kids to eat healthy when dining out can be a struggle. When hungry, their natural tendency is to want to hit the first fast food restaurant they come to. However, you can help them both learn how to make healthy choices in food and still enjoy eating it. …
While caloric needs of children do differ from adults, they also differ according to the age of the child. As an infant, they need nutrients, especially vitamins and minerals, to develop properly. Breast milk and formula are great options at this stage of life because both are formulated to provide …
Understanding a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI) for your child can be tough. It is not always easy for you to tell if your child is healthy or unhealthy just by his or her physical appearance. Adult human beings register their BMI as a single number, such as 24. But …
It is no wonder kids today are confused about their identity. If you watch television for any time at all, it is easy to see the double standard in the advertisements. On one hand they show skinny models as the standard of beauty and the next commercial shows a mouth-watering …
