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Fueling up: How to help your young athlete make healthy choices

Posted on April 5, 2012 | No Comments
A new study found that kids who play sports tend to eat more salty and sugary foods as well. Help your child make good choices on and off the field for a strong, healthy body.
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More Reason to Move: Staying active is good for children’s bodies and minds

Posted on March 29, 2012 | No Comments
Learn ways to move more throughout the day to improve your mental- as well as physical- abilities!
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Become a Sugar Sleuth: Look out for added sugars

Posted on March 23, 2012 | No Comments
Added sugars can hide in many of the foods your family eats and drinks every day, leading to health problems. Read our tips for limiting added sugars in your family's diet.
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Eating Well When Eating Out

Posted on March 15, 2012 | No Comments
Eating out can be a fun way for your family to enjoy a meal together and to try new foods. Follow these tips to make sure you're choosing healthy options when you eat out.
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Food Choices Affect More Than Our Waistlines

Posted on March 8, 2012 | No Comments
Eating well is about more than maintaining a healthy weight. Learn how the foods you choose affect your family's whole health.
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10 Tips for Eating Well While Staying Within Your Budget

Posted on March 5, 2012 | 1 Comment
Follow these simple tips to eat healthfully and stay within your food budget. Did we miss anything? Share your ideas for eating well in the comments section!
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A Prescription for Exercise

Posted on February 23, 2012 | No Comments
Doctors are telling more of their patients to get moving in order to stay healthy- and it's working!
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This Valentine’s Day, Be Good to Your Heart

Posted on February 14, 2012 | No Comments
Show yourself some love by taking steps to protect your heart; setting an example for your family and protecting your health for years to come!
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Cooking Healthy Meals at Home: Everybody’s Doing It?

Posted on February 9, 2012 | No Comments
More families than you might think are taking the time to cook meals from scratch. Keep reading for ways to making cooking at home a bit easier on your family and your wallet.
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An Insider’s Guide to MyPlate’s SuperTracker

Posted on February 2, 2012 | No Comments
How well are you keeping your New Year's resolution? MyPlate's SuperTracker can help you and your family stay on the healthy track all year long.
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