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Healthy Eating Away From Home for Teens
We all know the importance of eating well. But how are you supposed to do so when your schedule is so demanding you're never at home? Find out how to make healthy food choices on the go.
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Soiling (Encopresis) for Parents
If your child has bowel movements in places other than the toilet, you know how frustrating it can be. Many kids who soil beyond the years of toilet teaching have a condition known as encopresis.
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Cystic Fibrosis: Diet and Nutrition for Teens
Besides extra calories, teens with cystic fibrosis have some specific nutritional needs. Find out more.
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Calcium for Parents
Milk and other calcium-rich foods help build strong, healthy bones. But most kids and teens don't get enough calcium. Here's how to make sure that yours do.
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Tree Nut Allergy for Kids
Many kids are allergic to tree nuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.
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5 Ways to Get Your 5 a Day for Teens
You may know that you should eat 5 servings of fruit and vegetables a day. Here are some tips on making that happen.
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3 Ways to Build Strong Bones for Parents
We build almost all our bone density when we're kids and teens. Kids with strong bones have a better chance of avoiding bone weakness later in life. Here's how parents can help.
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DASH Diet for High Blood Pressure for Parents
Doctor may recommend the DASH diet for kids who've had a blood pressure reading that was higher than normal. The DASH diet is not a strict diet, but more of a lifestyle.
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Celiac Disease for Kids
People with celiac disease can't eat gluten, which is found in many everyday foods, such as bread. Find out more by reading this article for kids.
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Rickets for Parents
Rickets is when bones become soft and weak, usually because a child doesn't get enough vitamin D. Most kids with rickets get better with treatment.