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Sneak Veggies Into Your Kids' Meals

by Tom Henderson, Posted Jul 27th 2011

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Can't get your kids to eat their veggies?
Researchers at Pennsylvania State University have a cunning plan. They suggest you discreetly add broccoli, zucchini and all that other green stuff to kids' meals. Reuters news ...Sneaky researchers say you can double your child's vegetable intake.
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Healthy Snacks for Kids From Jillian Michaels

by the editors at MarloThomas.com, Posted Jul 12th 2011

Leading health and wellness expert Jillian Michaels joined Marlo Thomas on Mondays with Marlo for a terrific chat about fitness, weight loss, self-improvement, and more! Here are ideas for some not-so-terrible "junk food" snacks. if(typeof ...Here are ideas for some not-so-terrible "junk food" snacks.
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New Blood Test for Autism Seems to be On the Way From Dr. Manny

by the editors at FoxNews.com, Posted Jul 7th 2011

Credit: Alex Livesey, Getty Images On June 9, we commented on a scientific study that proved that autism in children can be caused by a random genetic mutation that could occur at any one of hundreds of different sites in the human ...Despite the countless studies that have been done on autism and it's dramatically growing numbers, there are still many people who don't believe in the reality of the autism spectrum.
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How to Keep Junk Food Ads Off Your Kid's Plate

by the editors at Common Sense Media, Posted Jul 5th 2011

Nothing says "summer" like a good fast food tie-in. Among my favorites? The first Transformers movie, which was rated PG-13 but lent its brand to Happy Meal toys aimed at kids 4-9. Too bad the adult meal didn't come with a person to explain why ...Nothing says "summer" like a good fast food tie-in.
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'What's Eating Your Child' Author Talks Misdiagnosed Mood Disorders

by the editors at FoxNews.com, Posted Jun 23rd 2011

Depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety might not be mood problems after all. As nutritionist Kelly Dorfman tells Dr. Marc Siegel, these conditions could actually be food disorders. Find out which foods could negatively affect your child's mood. ...Depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety might not be mood problems after all.
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Kids Really Only Need 2 Cups of Milk a Day, Study Says

by Tom Henderson, Posted Jun 16th 2011

Kids only need two cups of milk and not a gallon! Credit: Getty Images "Fresh, wholesome milk ... Vitamin D, calcium, essential for good strong bones and healthy teeth. But that's all Greek to you, isn't it, Mr. Gingivitis?" -- Sgt. ...Researchers strike a balance between getting enough Vitamin D without risking iron deficiency.
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How to Prevent and Treat Poison Ivy

by Mary Kate Baumann, Posted Jun 13th 2011

There's nothing more irritating than a skin rash to set your summer activities back. Poison Ivy is among the most common skin rashes to get while playing outside during the summer. Watch this video on how to get rid of the plants in your yard and how ...There's nothing more irritating than poison ivy to set your summer activities back.
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Special Dogs Track Allergens to Keep Kids Safe

by Associated Press, Posted Jun 10th 2011

In this Sunday, May 29, 2011 photo, Jeff Glazer waits with his allergy-sniffing dog, Riley, to sweep a ball field before his game in Middlebury, Conn. Credit: Jessica Hill, AP NORTH HAVEN, Conn. (AP) - Boo and Riley are more than ...Many people nationwide are turning to allergy-sniffing service dogs who accompany their handlers in everyday activities.
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