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Overscheduling kids

It's easy to fall into the trap of overscheduling your child, but some psychologists worry, how much is too much? Marcie Fraser reports.

FULL STORY >> 05/07/2008 05:00 AM
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Blueberry-Buttermilk Cake

Dan Eaton shows us how to make a sweet treat that is relatively healthy!

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/30/2008 05:00 AM
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Childhood obesity

If you are a parent of a child who is overweight, helping them lose weight can be a challenge. Expect it not only to take time, but patience.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/30/2008 05:00 AM
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Mouth guards

Mover over steroids and HGH. A mouth guard may give you the edge you’re looking for. Diana Palotas has more.

FULL STORY >> 04/30/2008 05:00 AM
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Getting kids to exercise

Over the last ten years, video games and computers have replaced the more physical activities that kids do. Some experts say, if you want your kids to be active and healthy, don't depend on schools to do it.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/23/2008 05:00 AM
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Lawn mower safety

The power lawn mower is one of the most dangerous tools around the home. Each year, nearly 10,000 children are treated in emergency departments for lawn mower injuries. Diana Palotas has more.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/23/2008 05:00 AM
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Warning signs of anorexia and bulimia

Each day, thousands of girls are diagnosed with an eating disorder like anorexia and bulimia and forty percent of the new cases are adolescent girls. Marcie Frasier has more.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/16/2008 05:00 AM
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Pasta and Vegetables with Peanut Butter Sauce

As part of Child Wellness Wednesdays, Dan Eaton shows us how to make Pasta and Vegetables with Peanut Butter Sauce, a healthy and exotic choice!

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/16/2008 05:00 AM
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Kids need a well-rounded diet

We all know that a high fat diet can lead to obesity, heart disease, diabetes or even cancer and, although there are more low fat and nonfat foods available these days, the consumption of high fat foods is actually on the rise - especially among children.

FULL STORY >> 04/16/2008 05:00 AM
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Sleep deprivation

Teens, not just adults, suffer from sleep deprivation. Our Diana Palotas tells is more about a natural supplement that seems to be helping some teens get the sleep they need.

FULL STORY >> 04/09/2008 08:55 AM
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Epilepsy

Each year, about 180,000 new cases of epilepsy will occur and many of them are children. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/09/2008 05:00 AM
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Keeping fat out of your diet

Keeping fat out of your diet is ideal. Dan Eaton has some suggestions.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/09/2008 05:00 AM
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Kids with arthritis

Children who suffer from juvenile arthritis not only have to deal with joint pain, they are faced with other problems that affect school and their social life.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/02/2008 05:00 AM
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Program teaches kids about food

Amanda Avery, 10, is on the brink. Recent tests show Amanda is insulin resistant. She knows she is overweight, and heart disease and diabetes run in her family.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 04/01/2008 06:32 PM
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Brain food

Dan Eaton gives us some tips on how to create healthy meals for your children, full of “brain food.”

FULL STORY >> 04/01/2008 02:17 PM
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Preventing childhood stress injuries

Childhood obesity is on the rise. How do we beat that trend? Experts say, get your kids off the couch. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> 03/26/2008 05:00 AM
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Going vegetarian and keeping it healthy

Dan Eaton tells us what types of foods we should be eating to maintain a healthy diet if vegetarianism is your option.

FULL STORY >> 03/26/2008 05:00 AM
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Early childhood tooth decay

Problems with tooth decay in preschoolers is on the rise, experts say.

FULL STORY >> 03/26/2008 05:00 AM
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Lifestyle changes improve health

A recent study found that nearly one in ten teens - or one in four obese teens - already have a clustering of cardiac risk factors. It puts them at high risk for heart disease and diabetes. Diana Palotas has more.

FULL STORY >> 03/19/2008 06:38 AM
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Self injuring

Self injuring behavior among kids is on the rise. It's a behavior that is seen as a very serious problem. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> 03/19/2008 05:00 AM
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Blueberry Smoothie

Dan Eaton discusses “super foods” that are prefect for growing teenagers and even shows us how to make a blueberry smoothie that is easy for any teen to make.

FULL STORY >> 03/19/2008 05:00 AM
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A parent’s body image could affect what children think of theirs

One out of every two women is on a diet because they don't like the way their body looks. Some experts say if you are a parent, you could be setting your children up for trouble. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> 03/12/2008 05:00 AM
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Smilemobile helps to keep children’s teeth healthy

Someone to care for our children’s teeth could be just steps away from their classroom. Our Diana Palotas has more on the Smilemobile.

FULL STORY >> 03/12/2008 05:00 AM
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Minimize sugar in your child’s diet

A good way to stay healthy is to limit the amount of sugar that is in your diet. Dan Eaton has some tips.

FULL STORY >> 03/12/2008 05:00 AM
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Vegetarian Pasta Dish

Welcome to another Child Wellness Wednesday. We will be touching on the importance of establishing regular family meals. I'm making a vegetarian pasta dish using foods from four different parts of the food pyramid with pasta, beans, vegetables and cheese.

FULL STORY >> 03/07/2008 01:19 PM
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Kids can lift weights, as long as it’s done gradually

If you have an adolescent, a little kid going into puberty and they want to lift weights, it's ok, but with supervision and make sure they do it gradually. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> 03/05/2008 05:00 AM
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Children and diets

As part of a series on child wellness, we have been following a little girl named Selena and her challenge with weight loss and becoming healthy. Marcie Fraser has her progress report.

FULL STORY >> 03/05/2008 05:00 AM
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Overweight children often bullied

If you are a parent, you know sometimes kids just aren't nice and if your child is overweight, they are prime target for the bullies. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> 02/27/2008 05:00 AM
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Cooking at Home: Child Wellness Wednesday

Before children head off to school, you have a good chance of controlling what they eat all day long, but once they head to school, all that changes and you need to make sure they have an extra healthy breakfast to start, a healthy lunch packed and a good, healthy snack waiting for when they get home from school.

FULL STORY >> 02/27/2008 05:00 AM
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Packing healthy lunches and snacks

If you are a busy parent and have a school age child, keeping track of what they eat can seem overwhelming, but it is easier than you think. Marcie Fraser has more.

FULL STORY >> Updated: 02/20/2008 05:00 AM
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Lead poisoning affects children’s intelligence

Recent studies show lead poisoning can affect a child’s intelligence. Our Diana Palotas has more.

FULL STORY >> 02/20/2008 05:00 AM
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