The benefit of exercise on kid’s mental health

Time Out – Staff Writer

We all know how important exercise is for our kids physically. There’s plenty of evidence to show that exercise is an important key to reducing our risk major illnesses such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. Research also indicates that inactive children are likely to become inactive adults, putting young people at risk of developing life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and cancer.

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Skip the fad diets and find a better way to talk about food with your kids, get healthy in 2021

WRAL – Sarah Lindenfeld Hall

It is best to avoid fad diets and other gimmicks. These may have some short-term success but it is best to look for practices that can be sustained long-term and support your overall health. This starts by being honest with yourself and really looking at your current practices. It may take some tracking to do this. Once this is done, think about an easy first step to take that you can enjoy and sustain. Make it part of an overall healthy lifestyle.

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Ask the Pediatrician: How much gaming is too much for children?

The Greater Milwaukee News and Events – Staff Writer

People are spending a lot more time staring at digital screens. But after your kids log off from school and homework for the day, is it OK if they spend a few hours gaming with their friends? When video game lives replace real-life time with family and friends, is it a sign of addiction?

Read More: https://www.gmtoday.com/health/ask-the-pediatrician-how-much-gaming-is-too-much-for-children/article_078d8f6e-4856-11eb-886d-9754f6f3339f.html

9 Natural Ways To Ease A Child’s Anxious Thoughts

Moms – Jennifer Passmore

Children are just like us adults, they have their own bad days, and yes, they can even get anxious as well. It could be about growing up, school, their friends, family environment, anything. There are so many factors that can cause anxiety in children. However, as parents, we can help to calm them down and quell their thoughts. Here are some natural ways to help your child ease their anxiety.

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