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Chef Robert Irvine Answers Your Questions!
You might know Robert Irvine from the TV show "Restaurant Impossible." Find out what the chef wants kids to know about healthy eating.
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Ayudar a que tus padres sean sanos
A continuación te damos seis consejos para hablar con tus padres acerca de sus hábitos de salud.
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5 razones por las cuales las niñas deberían practicar deportes
Las niñas que practican deportes logran más que solo un buen estado físico.
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Tortilla Bowl Deluxe
Delaware's Braeden Mannering won a national healthy recipe contest with his Tortilla Bowl Deluxe. Give it a try!
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Hawaiian Turkey Sliders
Goldie Siegel of New Jersey was invited to the White House because she won a national healthy recipe contest for creating this dairy-, egg-, nut-, and gluten-free recipe.
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Chex Chicken
Isabella Gross of Nevada was invited to the White House because she won a national healthy recipe contest for creating this gluten-free recipe.
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Summer Salmon
Nicole Medina of Florida was invited to the White House because she won a national healthy recipe contest for creating this heart-healthy recipe.
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Cómo leer una receta de cocina
Una vez que sabes cómo seguir una receta, ¡estás listo para comenzar a cocinar!
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Preparados, listos, y a desayunar!
Cualquier tipo de desayuno es mejor que no desayunar, pero trata de no comer dulces o pastelillos todo el tiempo. Trata de comer una variedad de alimentos.
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Spicy Black Bean Cilantro Dip
In under 10 minutes, you could be snacking on this yummy black bean dip.
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5-Spice Chicken Salad Wrap
Cold and spicy chicken salad makes a perfect lunch. Give it a try!
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Crock-Pot Apple-Cinnamon Oatmeal
This recipe is especially for kids with diabetes, but it's so delicious, everyone will enjoy it! Just put the ingredients in the slow cooker before you go to bed and enjoy warm, hearty oatmeal in the morning!
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Baked Salmon Sticks With Creamy Lemon-Dill Dip
Get a protein-packed main dish with this salmon recipe.
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Datos sobre las grasas
Tal vez el nombre "grasa" te haga pensar que es algo que no debes comer. Pero la grasa es una parte importante de una dieta saludable.
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Pérdida de peso: La historia de Brandon (video)
Gracias a la bicicleta, Brandon logró tener un peso saludable. Entérate de cómo lo logró y cómo se siente más seguro que nunca.
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Meet Mrs. Q: Secret Food Critic in the School Cafeteria
For a year, this teacher quietly ate the same cafeteria lunch her students did. But secretly she photographed and wrote about each one on her blog.
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Losing Weight: Brandon’s Story (Video)
Brandon started biking and it changed his life. Find out how he got healthy.
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Pepper & Onion Frittata
Combine veggies, eggs, and cheese and create a frittata - a perfectly packable lunch.
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Italian Tomato Soup
Soup for lunch is warm and yummy. Italian Tomato Soup can be made beforehand and stored in a thermos for lunch.
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Grilled Veggie Pita
Herbed cream cheese and grilled vegetables combine for a lunch that packs well and tastes good.
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Chicken Salad & Greens
This creamy chicken salad packs a crunch thanks to celery and grapes. It's a great way to turn last night's leftover chicken into today's lunch.
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Roast Beef Wrap
In this wrap, horseradish sauce spices up last night's beef leftovers.
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Leftovers for Lunch
Last night's dinner can become today's lunch. Find out how with these five recipes.
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What Girls Say About: Sports
Girls who like sports really like them - even more than texting or the mall. And most girls who say they don't like sports want to get better at them.
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Bob Bowman: Tips from a Gold Medal Coach
Michael Phelps swims like a champ and has the Olympic gold medals to prove it. Get sports advice from his longtime coach, Bob Bowman.
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La pirámide nutricional se convierte en un plato
Plato = Símbolo nuevo de alimentación saludable.
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Video: Welcome Home Yoga
You're home from a long day at school. Unwind with Welcome Home Yoga.
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15 Ways to Use Leftover Halloween Candy
What do you do with that pile of Halloween candy? Here are 15 fun ideas - from giveaways to craft projects.
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Nutrition & Fitness Center
Want to know more about eating right and being active? This is the place!
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Video: Study Break Yoga
Time to take a study break! Stretch out, unwind, and refresh so you can get back to your homework.
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Garden-Fresh Lunches
Let's step into the garden for some ideas on what you can pack for lunch. PB&J is great, but not every day!
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Yoga for Lowering Stress
Yoga uses calming breathing and feel-good stretches to relax you. Find out more and give it a try.
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Stay Safe: Baseball
Attention, baseball players: Getting hurt stinks, so check out these 10 tips for staying safe when you're on the diamond.
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Food Guide Pyramid (Printable)
Print out this guide to understanding the Food Guide Pyramid.
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Tony Gonzalez: cuidar el cuerpo con alimentos saludables
Gonzalez dice que ahora es más veloz y tiene más energía.
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Tony Gonzalez: Fueling Up With Healthy Food
Football player Tony Gonzalez believes eating healthy made him a better athlete. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Minerales
Al igual que las vitaminas, los minerales ayudan a tu cuerpo a crecer, a desarrollarse y a estar sano.
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Vitaminas
Las vitaminas son sustancias que se encuentran en los alimentos que tomamos. Tu cuerpo las necesita para realizar su trabajo correctamente, para que puedas crecer y desarrollarte bien. En lo que respecta a las vitaminas, cada una de ellas tiene una función especial.
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Qué dicen los niños sobre: lo que comen
Queríamos saber qué comen los niños, de modo que se lo preguntamos a 959 niños de ambos sexos. Sus respuestas indican que muchos de ellos intentan comer de forma saludable.
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¿Por qué es bueno beber agua?
Sin agua, tu cuerpo dejaría de funcionar correctamente.
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Siga, ¡precaución! y ¡alto! Guía del buen comer para niños
A muchos niños les interesa saber qué alimentos deberían comer para estar sanos o para perder paso. La mayoría de niños no necesitan hacer dieta o régimen, pero hay algo que pueden hacer para comer de una forma más saludable: conocer la diferencia existente entre los alimentos "siga", los alimentos "¡precaución!" y los alimentos "¡alto!".
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The Pittsburgh Steelers: Eating Right at Training Camp
The Pittsburgh Steelers have six Super Bowl rings, and eating right helped them win. What do they eat before and after practice? Find out in this article for kids.
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5 Reasons Girls Should Play Sports
Lots of girls love sports. Here are 5 more reasons to keep on loving them!
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The New York Giants: Eating for Performance
Want to eat like a champ? Find out how the New York Giants use healthy food as part of their overall strategy.
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Reconocimientos médicos deportivos
Un reconocimiento médico deportivo es una visita al médico para tener la seguridad de que estás en suficiente buena forma como para practicar el deporte que quieres practicar. Hasta las superestrellas del deporte necesitan hacerse revisiones para asegurarse de que están sanos y fuertes antes de salir al campo de juego.
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Kids Ask Cal
What's it like to be a pro athlete? In these video clips, baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr. answers this question and others from kids.
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Steroids
You've probably heard about sports stars using steroids to get stronger. Find out why these illegal drugs are bad news.
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Playgrounds
Kids love playgrounds and why not? Find out how to make the most of your next trip to the park.
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Go, Slow, and Whoa! A Kid’s Guide to Eating Right
Want to eat healthier? It's easy when you learn the difference between Go, Slow, and Whoa foods!
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What Kids Say About: What They Eat
This KidsPoll survey asked kids about their eating habits. Did they eat vegetables and drink their milk? Find out!
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Getting Muscles
Kids might wish for bigger muscles, but that kind of grown-up muscle isn't possible until a kid is older. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Porque es “divertido” hacer ejercicio
Los niños hacen ejercicio constantemente sin ni siquiera darse cuenta. El mero hecho de estar activo, como cuando corres por ahí o juegas a pelota en el colegio, es hacer ejercicio. ¿Qué otras cosas pueden considerarse ejercicio?
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Learning About Fats
How much fat should be in your daily diet? Find out in this article for kids.
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Learning About Calories
You've probably heard about calories. Are they good or bad for you? Find out in this article for kids.
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Learning About Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are a component of food. Find out why you need them in this article for kids.
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Alimentación para los deportes
Cuando practicas un deporte, te aseguras de contar con el equipo necesario, como tu guante para béisbol, calzado con tapones para fútbol y calzado adecuado para básquetbol. Si no tuvieras este equipo, no podrías jugar muy bien. ¿Pero de qué manera ayudas al juego desde el interior de tu cuerpo?
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Cómo ser un niño sano
En la actualidad, se habla mucho sobre los niños sanos. Las personas interesadas (padres, médicos, maestros y otros) quieren saber cómo ayudar a los niños a ser más sanos. Ser sano es una manera de decir que una persona come bien, realiza mucha actividad física (ejercicio) y tiene un peso sano. Si eres sano, tu cuerpo funciona bien, te sientes bien y puedes hacer todo lo que deseas, como jugar con tus amigos.
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Minerals
Just like vitamins, minerals help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy. Find out more about minerals in this article for kids.
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About Vegetarian Recipes
These recipes are for anyone following a vegetarian (meat-free) diet.
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About Recipes for Kids With Celiac Disease
These recipes are especially for kids who need a gluten-free diet. Kids who need a gluten-free diet must avoid foods that contain gluten, which is a type of protein found in many foods.
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About Recipes for Kids With Lactose Intolerance
These recipes are especially for kids with lactose intolerance. Kids with lactose intolerance often need to limit or avoid dairy products.
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Be a Fit Kid
A lot of people talk about fit kids, but how do you become one? Here are five rules to live by, if you want to eat right, be active, and maintain a healthy weight.
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¿Qué significa tener sobre peso?
Tu peso ha sido importante desde tu nacimiento. Quizá sepas incluso cuánto pesaste al nacer. La mayoría de los bebés al nacer pesan menos de 4,5 kilos (10 libras) y en ocasiones apenas pesan entre 1,5 kilo y 2 kilos (3 o 4 libras). Sin embargo, un bebé aumenta de peso con gran rapidez y todos se alegran porque eso significa que el bebé está creciendo y haciéndose más fuerte.
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¿Cuál es el peso correcto para mí?
Los programas de televisión, las películas y las revistas muestran imágenes de personas delgadas. ¿Eso significa que estar delgado es lo mejor? No necesariamente. Como personas, tenemos distintos tamaños y formas, y el mejor peso para ti es el que te corresponde según el tipo y el tamaño de tu cuerpo. Puede ser poco saludable ser demasiado delgado si estás comiendo menos alimentos que los que tu cuerpo necesita. Comer suficientes alimentos es como poner gasolina en un automóvil, ¡si se acaba la gasolina, deja de funcionar!
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About Recipes for Kids With Diabetes
Just like everyone else, kids who have diabetes need to eat a variety of healthy foods. Give these nutritious recipes a try!
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Learning About Proteins
You probably know you need to eat protein, but what is it? Many foods contain protein, which kids need to grow properly and stay healthy.
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School Lunches
Lunch is a great part of the school day. Find out why what you eat can rev you up - or slow you down - for the afternoon ahead.
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Should I Gain Weight?
Some kids think they're too thin and want to gain weight. Find out more in this article for kids.
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What Kids Say About: Weight
We wanted to know what kids have to say about weight problems, so we asked more than 1,000 boys and girls. Find out what they said.
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What Being Overweight Means
Being overweight has become a serious problem for many kids and adults. Find out what it means to be overweight in this article just for kids.
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Winter Sports: Sledding, Skiing, Snowboarding, Skating
You'll have more fun if you stay safe in the cold and snow. Find out how in this article for kids.
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Cystic Fibrosis: Diet and Nutrition
Kids who have cystic fibrosis need to eat extra calories to stay healthy. Find out why in this article for kids.
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About Recipes for Kids With Cystic Fibrosis
These high-calorie recipes are especially for kids with cystic fibrosis (CF). Kids with CF may need additional calories to meet their nutritional needs. Check out these delicious recipes.
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Sports Physicals
If you play team sports, you may have had a sports physical. A sports physical is a visit to the doctor to make sure you're in good enough shape to play the sport you want to play.
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Nut and Peanut Allergy
A growing number of kids are allergic to nuts and peanuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.
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Celiac Disease
People with celiac disease can't eat gluten, which is found in many everyday foods, such as bread. Find out more by reading this article for kids.
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Egg Allergy
Babies sometimes have an allergic reaction to eggs. If that happens, they can't eat eggs for a while. But the good news is that most kids outgrow this allergy by age 5.
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Body Mass Index (BMI)
Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that uses your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. BMI, although not a perfect method for judging someone's weight, is often a good way to check on how a kid is growing.
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Concussions
Ow! You fell and hit your head. But do you have a concussion? Find out about concussions in this article for kids.
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Food Allergies
Struggling with strawberries? Petrified of peanuts? Sorry you ate shellfish? Maybe you have a food allergy. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Is Dieting OK for Kids?
What is dieting and should kids do it, too? Find out in this article for kids.
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Pretzels
Learn how to make pretzels in this kid-friendly recipe!
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What If I Don’t Like Sports?
Sports can be challenging when you're new to them, but they also can be really fun. Take a second look at sports - and learn other ways to be active - in this article for kids.
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What’s the Right Weight for Me?
TV shows, movies, and magazines show pictures of people who are thin. Does that mean being thin is best? Not necessarily. Find out more by reading this article for kids.
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How to Read a Recipe
Recipes explain how to cook different foods. Once you know how to follow a recipe, you can get cooking!
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Taking the Pressure Off Sports Competition
Sometimes sports competition can make kids feel pressure. If it's too much, a kid might not have as much fun as before. Find out what to do if this happens to you.
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Kids and Eating Disorders
Eating too little or deliberately throwing up after eating are two serious kinds of eating disorders. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Incredible Edible Veggie Bowls
Learn how to make edible veggie bowls in this kid-friendly recipe!
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How Stitches Help Kids Heal
Most kids need stitches at one time or another to help a cut heal properly. Read this article to learn all about stitches and what they do.
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Awesome Applesauce
Learn how to make applesauce in this kid-friendly recipe!
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When Snack Attacks Strike
Snacks can keep kids going between meals. Find out more in this article, with links to easy recipes you can try.
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Fun Fruit Kabobs
Learn how to make fruit kabobs in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Blueberry Pancakes
Learn how to make blueberry pancakes in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Tiny Pizzas
Learn how to make tiny pizzas in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Berry Tasty Muffins
Learn how to make blueberry muffins in this kid-friendly recipe!
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It’s Time to Play
If you're a kid, playing is your job. But sometimes you need a few ideas to get you going. Find them here in this article.
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Bike Safety
Some simple rules can keep you safe on two wheels. Lean more about bike riding in this article for kids.
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Super Strawberry Bars
Learn how to make strawberry bars in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Southern-Style Cornbread
Learn how to make southern-style cornbread in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Peanut Butter Muffins
Learn how to make peanut butter muffins in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Banana Bread
Learn how to make banana bread in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Perfect Pineapple Pops
Learn how to make pineapple pops in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Frozen Yogurt Pops
Learn how to make frozen yogurt pops in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Oh-So-Delicious Oatmeal
Learn how to make oatmeal in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Fabulous French Toast
Learn how to make French toast in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Homemade Peanut Butter
Learn how to make homemade peanut butter in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Strawberry Smoothie
Learn how to make a strawberry smoothie in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Take a Look at Cooking
Do you like to eat? If so, you might like to learn to cook. Find out how in this article for kids.
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Being Safe in the Kitchen
Cooking and baking are lots of fun - as long as you stay safe. Read this article for safety tips before you head into the kitchen.
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Perfect Peachy Freeze
Learn how to make a peachy freeze in this kid-friendly recipe!
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Caffeine Confusion
Should kids have caffeine? And what is it exactly? Find out in this article for kids.
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Strains and Sprains Are a Pain
What's a sprain? What's a strain? Find out in this article for kids.
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The Facts About Broken Bones
What happens when you break a bone?
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Checking Out Cuts, Scratches, and Abrasions
If you're wearing a bandage right now, chances are you have a cut, scratch, or abrasion. Find out more about them in this article for kids.
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How to Be Safe When You’re in the Sun
It's fun to be outside on a hot, sunny day. But too much sun and heat can make you feel terrible. Find out how to stay safe in this article for kids.
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Swimming
Kids love to spend hot days splashing around in a pool or the ocean. But drowning is the second most common cause of death from injuries among kids under the age of 14. Learn how to be safe.
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What’s the Big Sweat About Dehydration?
Our bodies need water to work properly. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Going With the Flow of Nosebleeds
Ever get a nosebleed? Lots of kids have had at least one. To learn more, follow your nose to this article for kids.
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How to Be Safe in Ice and Snow
Winter is a fun time of year. But while you're out having fun, you have to know how to be safe. Check out our article for kids to learn how to stay safe in snow and cold weather.
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Five Ways to Avoid Sports Injuries
Sports injuries often can be prevented. Find out how in this article for kids.
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Are Your Bowels Moving?
Did you know moving your bowels means to go poop? Find out more in this article about number 2!
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Why Exercise Is Cool
Exercise can help keep a kid's body fit and healthy. Learn more about what exercise can do for you in this article for kids.
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Why Drinking Water Is the Way to Go
All living things need water to survive. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Vitamins
How vital are vitamins? Find out in this article for kids.
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Eating for Sports
Eating nutritious foods and the right drinks can help you perform better on the playing field. Learn how to eat for sports by reading this article for kids.
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Food Guide Pyramid Becomes a Plate
Goodbye, Food Guide Pyramid! Hello, MyPlate! The USDA's divided plate is designed to make it easier to understand healthy eating.
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Figuring Out Food Labels
The food label on a food package is a lot like the table of contents in a book - it tells you exactly what the food contains. Read our article for kids for more about food labels.
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Ready, Set, Breakfast!
Did you eat breakfast today? Find out why it's important.