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Winter Comfort Foods for Kids That Are Healthy and Delicious
Winter brings cravings — big, carby, comforting ones — and while there’s nothing wrong with the occasional treat, it’s easy for healthy habits to slip. That’s why we’ve rounded up a few simple, satisfying recipes that keep the whole family warm and well-nourished.
Redefining Obesity: Moving Beyond BMI to Focus on True Health
Preventing childhood obesity starts in the womb. Read on to find out the steps expectant mothers can take to guarantee a positive start in life for their unborn child.
Healthy Pregnancy: The Role of Mums (and Dads) in Childhood Obesity Prevention
Preventing childhood obesity starts in the womb. Read on to find out the steps expectant mothers can take to guarantee a positive start in life for their unborn child.
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Food Nutrition Labels
Are clever marketing tactics tricking you into buying unhealthy foods for your kids? Many packaged foods contain unhealthy fats, hidden sugars, and other additives. Understanding food nutrition labels is crucial for making healthy food choices and taking control of childhood nutrition.
Managing Early-Onset Weight Problems in Children with a Rare Disease: Why Timing Matters
Some Australian children have rare diseases that can cause weight gain and obesity. This article explores these conditions, uncovering why these diseases lead to weight gain, what the potential repercussions are, and what you can do to prevent obesity with early intervention.
Setting Fun and Realistic Family Health Goals
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important for every Australian family, which is why it’s vital to set realistic family health goals. This article provides actionable steps you can take to achieve this, as well as tips to overcome obstacles.
12 Ways to Enjoy Christmas Celebrations for a Healthy and Happy New Year Ahead
The summer school holidays and the festive season are the time of the year when everyone, including the kids, tends to overindulge. How do you keep your children eating healthily over the holidays? This article offers 12 practical steps you can take to ensure your children eat nutritious and balanced meals every day of the holidays.
12 After School Activities to Keep Kids Active
These days, kids indulge in too much sedentary screen time after school, instead of being physically active. To avoid developing obesity or conditions like diabetes, it’s important to encourage children to indulge in after school activities that exercise their bodies and enhance the mind. This article offers 12 suggestions for physical activities that are fun, and some that the entire family can enjoy.
How Do Advertising and Media Influence Children’s and Parent’s Food Choices?
Children’s food choices are often dictated by what they see on TV or on the internet. Smart advertisers know just how and when to target kids and try to encourage them to indulge in unhealthy food and drinks. Learn more about the tactics used and what you can do to mitigate their influence on your children.
What Are the Top Nutritional Requirements for Growing Children? A Parent’s Guide
Parents and caregivers, learn more about nutritional requirements for children, what the key nutrients are, and why eating the right foods is crucial for childhood development and health later on. Discover what they should be eating, and how much, at every age
Uncovering Hidden Sugars in Foods: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Hidden sugars in foods can impact your child’s health, so it’s crucial to be aware of just how much sugar is in your child’s diet. Too much sugar can lead to obesity, diabetes and other chronic conditions. This article looks closely at hidden sugars, how to recognise them, and how to avoid them.
10 Fun Indoor Activities to Keep Kids Active During Winter
With winter here, it’s often too cold for kids to spend much time outdoors for exercise and playtime. Therefore, it can be a challenge to encourage your children to do some physical activity to keep them fit and healthy (and occupied). Introducing them to fun indoor activities is the answer. Here are some fun and engaging indoor activities and exercises to keep kids active and burning off energy during winter.