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Does my child need a supplement?
Does your child eat a variety of foods? If so, your child probably doesn't need a nutrient supplement. Meals and snacks likely supply enough vitamins and other nutrients for growth and health. Food is the best nutrient source, anyway.
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Make Fitness Fun  Want to encourage healthy weight for your whole family to prevent heart disease, cancer and stroke, all while having fun? Get outside and be active.
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Does Sugar Make My Kids Hyperactive?
Teach your kids how to eat their Halloween candy in moderate amounts. Start by sitting down and talking to your kids about how much candy is reasonable for a day and when during the day they would like to have the candy. Agreeing on set parameters beforehand is important in helping your children feel like a part of the decision. When they get home from trick-or-treating, ask them to separate the treats into two piles: favorites and not-so-favorites. Allow them to enjoy some from each pile, according to the agreed upon plan.
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Hot Tip According the USDA, children between the ages of 6 and 17 should engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day, yet more and more kids are less and less active. |
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Featured VideosBetter Mac n' CheeseWho doesn't love comfort food like good old Mac 'n Cheese? This Better Mac 'n Cheese has a surprise ingredient. Potato Kale Soup This hearty potato kale soup is perfect for a family dinner. A secret ingredient brings out its creaminess and texture. 
Recipes  Baked Onion Rings
Make your own onion rings at home and cut back on the loaded calories and fat your kids find at the fast-food places.
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The vanilla yogurt makes this smoothie taste like pumpkin cheesecake!
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Smoothie