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Nutrition & Fitness Center for Kids

  • Bike Safety

    Some simple rules can keep you safe on two wheels. Lean more about bike riding in this article for kids.

  • Broken Bones

    What happens when you break a bone?

  • Dehydration

    Our bodies need water to work properly. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • 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.

  • Nosebleeds

    Ever get a nosebleed? Lots of kids have had at least one. To learn more, follow your nose to this article for kids.

  • Pool Safety

    Swimming is a lot of fun! But even kids who know how to swim can have trouble in the water, so let's find out how to stay safe in the pool.

  • Steroids

    You've probably heard about sports stars using steroids to get stronger. Find out why these illegal drugs are bad news.

  • Stitches

    Many kids need stitches at one time or another to help a cut heal properly. Learn all about stitches and what they do.

  • 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.

  • Learn About Cooking

    Do you like to eat? If so, you might like to learn to cook. Find out how in this article for kids.

  • Learning About Calories

    You've probably heard about calories. Are they good or bad for you? Find out in this article for kids.

  • Minerals

    Just like vitamins, minerals help your body grow, develop, and stay healthy. Find out more about minerals in this article for kids.

  • Vitamins

    How vital are vitamins? Find out in this article for kids.

  • What Are Carbohydrates?

    Carbohydrates (carbs) are a part of food. Find out why you need them in this article for kids.

  • 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.

  • Why Drinking Water Is the Way to Go

    All living things need water to survive. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • 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.

  • Club Wrap

    This recipe is especially for kids with diabetes, but can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet.

  • Pretzels

    Learn how to make pretzels in this kid-friendly recipe!

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • Tortilla Bowl Deluxe

    Delaware's Braeden Mannering won a national healthy recipe contest with his Tortilla Bowl Deluxe. Give it a try!

  • Carbohydrates and Diabetes

    If you have diabetes, you might think you shouldn't eat carbohydrates (carbs) at all. But all kids, including kids with diabetes, can and should eat carbs as part of a healthy diet.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Peanut Allergy

    Many kids are allergic to peanuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.

  • Tree Nut Allergy

    Many kids are allergic to tree nuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.

  • 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 keep a healthy weight.

  • How to Compete in Sports

    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.

  • Video: Welcome Home Yoga

    You're home from a long day at school. Unwind with Welcome Home Yoga.

  • 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.

  • Why Exercise Is Wise

    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.

  • 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 keep a healthy weight.

  • Should I Gain Weight?

    Some kids think they're too thin and want to gain weight. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • 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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