Learn about the healthy foods from the five food groups, the USDA new 2010 food guidelines and how to use the My Plate to select healthy foods for your family. Find facts and resources on healthy meals, snacks and food nutrition for children.
Read about the beverages that contain the most sugar. Find out the facts on what beverages provide good hydration and nutrition for your child. Find the facts on how much water your child actually needs.
Healthy servings are key to maintaining a healthy weight. This section has information on the serving size for each of the food groups, how much servings does your child actuall need and facts on portion control.
Healthy grocery shopping starts with buying healthy foods for family meals and snack time. Find key facts on reading food labels, resources for local farmers' markets, how to buy fruits and vegetables and coupons and discounts to all your favoritate grocery stores.
Healthy cooking resources, measurement information and recipe substition guides to help you create healthier recipes at home. You will also find information on what makes a healthy lunch, breakfast and dinner and our lastest list of healthy snacks for children.
We know eating out is a fun family activity and a break for parents after a very busy day. Find the information you can use to help make healthier food choices at restaurants while enjoying a delicious meal. Guide to restaurant menus and portion control in fast food restaurants.
Information and list of ideas on great family time activities. Facts on the importance of family time and resources to activties such as gardening with children, local family activities and indoor family fun.
We alll know exercise is important for everyone. Find information on specfic types of exercise, how much your child needs, special need considerations and a list of indoor and outdoor activities that promote movement and exercise. List of calorie burning activities.
Find food safety facts and resources for promoting good food safety guidelines for children and families. Understanding what is food safety and guidelines for storing, defrosting, cooking and cleaning foods and kitchen are to prevent illness from bacteria in foods. Latest News on USDA food recalls.
Read facts on healthy holiday eating and exercise. Find information specific to each holiday celebration and resources for creating a fun, healthier holiday experience for children.
Learn more about Healthy Holidays
Learn the facts and figures about food marketing to children. Find out how much marketing your child is being exposed to and what the effects are on eating and exercise habits. Resources for helping teach your child to see past marketing claims.
Food allergies is a growing problem among children. Learn the facts on the nine most common food allergens. Find resources and organizations that support families with children that have food allergies.
Learn more about Food Allergies
Learn more about Pediatric Check-Ups
Facts and information on the growth of the childhood obesity epidemic. Resources for finding a credible organization run by health professionals to help overweight children lose weight.
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