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Simple Routines Help Boost Kids’ Health

posted: Thursday, September 19, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

Intuitively, many parents know that kids tend to do better when they follow an established routine and know what to expect of the day ahead. But busy schedules and commitments can make following a routine a challenge. Dr. Natalie Digate Muth reviews a new report that suggests that creating positive routines can significantly benefit a child’s health and well-being, and offers tips and examples for how to successfully add these routines to your daily life.

Pregnancy and Your Workout: What Really Needs to Change?

posted: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

There still remains a lot of confusion surrounding how much a woman should exercise during pregnancy, including whether or not she should start exercising if she was previously inactive. Dr. Natalie Digate Muth details the latest expert recommendations, as well as some of the benefits of staying active during pregnancy.

My Plate Kids Place: The Newest Tool to Inspire Healthy Eaters and Active Kids

posted: Wednesday, September 04, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

It can be a struggle to figure out how to get your kids to eat healthfully and be active, but fortunately, some new tools are now available that should make it a whole lot easier. The USDA recently developed a set of tools geared at kids called My Plate Kids Place. Pediatrician Dr. Natalie Digate Muth reviews these latest offerings and explains how these tools can be used to help kids want to make healthier choices.

Back to School: 5 Tips for a Healthy Start to the School Year

posted: Tuesday, August 27, 2013 by: ACE

August is here and that means that most kids are heading back to school this month. As you shop for new shoes and pencils, take some time to think about what new habits your family can work on to make this the healthiest school year yet. Here are some ideas from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation to help your family have a productive and energetic year.

Homemade Baby Food May Be Key to Decreasing Food Allergies

posted: Tuesday, August 20, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

The incidence of food allergies among infants and children continues to rise, with experts estimating that as many 8 percent of kids may be affected by some type of food allergy. A new study, however, suggests that serving homemade unprocessed baby foods may offer worried parents a possible way to stave off future allergies.

Want Your Kids to Eat Their Vegetables? New Study Suggests You Can Count on Books to Do Your Bidding

posted: Tuesday, August 13, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

At a loss for how to encourage your children to eat more vegetables and fruit? A new research study suggests that reading nutrition-focused storybooks to your children may help turn your child into a veggie fan, even when all other approaches have failed in the past. Pediatrician Natalie Digate Muth explains the new research and suggests some books worth adding to your story-time line-up.

Is It True That Kids Really Can “Outgrow” Obesity?

posted: Tuesday, August 06, 2013 by: Natalie Digate Muth

What should a parent do if he or she realizes her child is overweight or even obese? Is it cause for alarm or is it likely the child will eventually grow taller and, thus, “outgrow” his or her weight issue? Dr. Natalie Digate Muth explains the findings of a new study, which sheds important light on this issue, offering specific formulas for parents and pediatricians to use when creating a plan to address a child’s weight problem.

Healthy Cooking For a Family on a Budget

posted: Tuesday, July 30, 2013 by: ACE

Boosting your family's health with wholesome, nutritious meals doesn't have to break your budget. Try these low maintenance, cost effective recipes that double as healthier versions of your favorite takeout.

Kids Animal-Inspired Yoga

posted: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 by: ACE

ACE Exercise Physiologist Jessica Matthews, MS, E-RYT, offers tips on helping your children adopt healthy fitness habits. Spark their imaginations with animal-inspired exercise that introduces them to yoga-like breathing and pose techniques.

New USDA Standards Mean Healthier School Snacks for Kids

posted: Wednesday, July 03, 2013 by: ACE

Here’s some good news for parents concerned about the quality of food offered to their kids at school. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently issued new nutrition standards that will go into effect next year. Learn what these new standards include and how schools will finally start supporting your efforts to help your kids make healthier choices, both at home and at school.

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