Moms – Megan Glosson
As parents, we have so many things to worry about. Are our kids getting enough sleep? Are they excelling academically? Are they eating a balanced diet? Are they physically healthy? The list goes on and on.
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Moms – Simon Books
For kids and parents dealing with food allergies, mealtimes can be hard, stressful, and even downright terrifying. An error in reading food labels or not being completely sure of the safety of a certain type of food product can be life-threatening. Knowing what meals to serve at home or pack for your kids can help ensure the safety of foods, as well as keep a balanced and more fulfilling diet.
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Moms – Simon Books
Wondering how you can make your teenager more active? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), kids between 6 to 17 years should do an hour or more of moderate to intense physical activity every day. This includes daily workouts and activities that strengthen and build muscles, such as jumping, running, doing push-ups, or climbing.
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Medical X-Press – Amy King
Placing parents with children suspected of having illnesses such as meningitis nearer to the center of decision-making, simplifying health services, and ensuring children see the same health professionals will help accelerate treatment and reduce deaths.
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Medical X-Press – Erin Bulvas
Researchers from the Department of Exercise Science have illuminated additional ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted children’s health. A recent study by members of the Arnold Childhood Obesity Initiative research group has already revealed accelerated increases in children’s BMI and weight gain since the pandemic began. Now the team has published findings from a study on the impacts of the pandemic on children’s health-related behaviors (e.g., physical activity, diet, screen time, sedentary behavior, sleep).
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