Nutrition & Fitness Center for Kids
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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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Broken Bones
What happens when you break a bone?
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Dehydration
Our bodies need water to work properly. Find out more 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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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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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.
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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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Stitches
Many kids need stitches at one time or another to help a cut heal properly. Learn all about stitches and what they do.
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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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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.
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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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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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Vitamins
How vital are vitamins? Find out in this article for kids.
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What Are Carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates (carbs) are a part of food. Find out why you need them in this article for kids.
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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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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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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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Club Wrap
This recipe is especially for kids with diabetes, but can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet.
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Pretzels
Learn how to make pretzels in this kid-friendly recipe!
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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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Peanut Allergy
Many kids are allergic to peanuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.
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Tree Nut Allergy
Many kids are allergic to tree nuts. Find out more about this problem and how allergic kids can stay healthy.
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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 keep a healthy weight.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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 keep a healthy weight.
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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 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.