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Study: Soda Linked to Aggressive Behavior in Young Children
In many families, soda has become the new water. But even in households that it’s not drank as...
Healthy, Unprocessed Foods may Protect Infants from Developing Food Allergies
Up to an estimated eight percent of children suffer from some sort of food allergy, but how and why...
CDC Survey Shows Breastfeeding is on the Rise
Current recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics says that babies should be...
Want Your Kids To Eat Their Veggies? Add Some Dip!
As the mom of two picky kids, I am always loing for new ways to get them to eat good foods. Last...
Poverty Threatens Health and Future of U.S. Children
Economists, social scientists, pediatricians and policy experts all recently gathered to discuss an...
Organic Baby Food: Some Say It’s Not Worth the Added Cost
Organic baby food has been around for a while, but it really to off around five years ago when...
Study: Most Doctors Fail to Recognize Underweight Children and the Potential Complications
Though obesity is a very common issue, there is another weight problem among children that is less...
USDA to Set New Guidelines for School Snacks and Beverages
Times are a-changing for schools all across the country. First, it was the new school lunch...
Medical Review Over Blood Pressure Tests for Kids Sparks Debate
In adults, high blood pressure can lead to serious heart complications. Lifestyle and diet changes...
Obesity Rates among US Children May be on the Decline, Study Says
While obesity rates in the US have been a cause for public health concern for quite some time now...