Understanding vitamin D and its importance for children
This ‘sunshine’ vitamin is particularly important for a growing child as it is essential for bone and immune health.
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Foods to Reduce Risk of Diseases in Young People
The Key to Staying Healthy As young people, we often feel invincible-like we’re too young to worry about diseases. However, ...
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Why Are Canada’s Food Banks Collapsing?
The Ottawa Food Bank is starving for supplies and scrambling to meet skyrocketing demand. It’s the same story for community ...
Seminole County couple pleads guilty to abusing their adopted kids for years
Jennifer and Joseph Wolfthal appeared in Seminole County court on what was supposed to be the first day of their trial. Instead, they each pleaded guilty to several counts of aggravated child abuse ...
Do food dyes make ADHD worse? Here's what parents should know
The U.S. FDA is reportedly considering a ban on the additive Red 3. Here’s what experts do—and don’t—know about how food dyes ...
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Eight tips for using food labels to keep kids healthy
The new year offers a great opportunity for parents to foster healthier eating habits for their children and the entire ...
9 dietitian-approved food swaps that can help you eat healthier and lose weight
“Most Americans eat more sodium than recommended,” says Cara Harbstreet, registered dietitian and owner of Street Smart ...
How to wean your family off ultra-processed food
With obesity amongst young people on the rise, one nutritionist says instilling healthy habits starts at home. Here’s how ...