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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) for Parents
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder. Children who have it are extremely picky eaters and have little interest in eating food, which can lead to poor growth and poor nutrition.
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Toddlers at the Table: Avoiding Power Struggles for Parents
By offering choices, you can teach your toddler healthy eating habits and avoid power struggles about food.
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Medical Care and Your 2- to 3-Year-Old for Parents
Regular well-child exams are essential to keeping kids healthy and up-to-date with immunizations against dangerous diseases. Here's what to expect at the doctor's office.
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5 Ways to Reach a Healthy Weight for Teens
Most dieters regain the weight they lost by dieting when they go back to their old eating habits. Get our tips on the best ways to drop excess weight.
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery for Teens
There are several different types of weight loss surgeries. One type is gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy. Find out what's involved and who gets it in this article for teens.
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Medical Care and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old for Parents
Because your baby begins to show their personality during these months, your questions might focus on physical and social development.
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Pica for Parents
Some young kids have the eating disorder pica, which is characterized by cravings to eat nonfood items.
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Female Athlete Triad for Teens
Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea (loss of a girl's period), and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones).
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Constipation for Teens
Constipation is a very common problem that usually happens because a person's diet doesn't include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, making simple changes can help you feel better.
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Constipation for Parents
Constipation is a very common problem among kids, and it usually occurs because a child's diet doesn't include enough fluids and fiber. In most cases, simple changes can help kids go.