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Change is coming to the National School Lunch Program. These changes were inspired in part by the Let's Move! Campaign, which is aimed at curbing childhood obesity and improving the health of the nation's children. Here are some of the changes in sto...

Change is coming to the National School Lunch Prog...

Let's start with the good news. Kids are consuming less added sugar than they were in 2000. The bad news is that kids are still getting more sugar — 16 percent of total calories — than the 5 to 15 percent recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Ame...

Let's start with the good news. Kids are consuming...

School nutrition and food services tend cater to kids' likes. Some even try to put a healthy twist on kids' favorite foods. That's commendable, but realistically we need to get beyond chicken nuggets, pizza, and macaroni and cheese if we want to make...

School nutrition and food services tend cater to k...

The nutritional research linking fish, especially those rich with omega 3 fatty acids, to many potential health benefits continues to grow. The omega 3 fatty acid, DHA, is found in high concentrations in the brain, eyes, and central nervous system. O...

The nutritional research linking fish, especially ...

I remember learning that food companies spend billions of dollars in food marketing to children under that age of 4. So, it was an amusing moment when I got to experience it for the first time as a mother. It was a juice drink so cleverly marketed th...

I remember learning that food companies spend bill...

At a recent picnic with my extended family, my 8-year-old child and a 12-year-old nephew were discussing the calorie content of a certain food. My mother commented to me that she didn't even know what a calorie was when she was their age let alone be...

At a recent picnic with my extended family, my 8-y...

When my son was 2 years old, he took a large swallow of clear soda thinking it was water. Eyes watering and throat burning, he swore off drinking anything with bubbles. About a year later, however, he started to realize that his older cousins and the...

When my son was 2 years old, he took a large swall...

Fitness doesn't have to be drudgery. Stay motivated by setting goals and choosing activities you enjoy. Have you ever started a fitness program and then quit? If you answered yes, you're not alone. Many people start fitness programs but stop when the...

Fitness doesn't have to be drudgery. Stay motivate...

Are you thinking about starting a fitness program? Good for you! You're only five steps away from a healthier lifestyle. Starting a fitness program may be one of the best things you can do for your health. Physical activity can reduce your risk of ch...

Are you thinking about starting a fitness program?...

Finding time for fitness can be tough. The key is making it convenient. Consider these practical suggestions. You know fitness is important for your health and well-being. And you want to get more active, but your days are a blur of work, household c...

Finding time for fitness can be tough. The key is ...

As you consider starting an arthritis exercise program, understand what's within your limits and what level of exercise is likely to give you results. Controlling Your Arthritis Subscribe to our Controlling Your Arthritis e-newsletter for tips to ma...

As you consider starting an arthritis exercise pro...

Question: Does exercise late in the day cause insomnia? Answer from Timothy Morgenthaler, M.D. Regular exercise reduces stress and anxiety, and generally improves sleep. But for some people, exercising within five hours of bedtime may cause problems ...

Question: Does exercise late in the day cause inso...

You may spend your workdays at a desk, but you don't need to take it sitting down. Make workplace exercises — from fitness breaks to walking meetings — part of your routine. If you're doing your best to set aside time for physical activity either bef...

You may spend your workdays at a desk, but you don...

Finding the right fitness program may be your ticket to getting in shape. Set your goals, consider your likes and dislikes — then go for it! Fitness programs abound, from yoga and Pilates to step aerobics and strength training — either at home or in ...

Finding the right fitness program may be your tick...

Fitness boot camps offer an opportunity to build your strength and endurance. But make sure you know what to expect before marching into boot camp. Just as the armed forces are experimenting with changes to boot camp, such as adding yoga and Pilates,...

Fitness boot camps offer an opportunity to build y...

Exercise in almost any form can act as a stress reliever. Being active can boost your feel-good endorphins and distract you from daily worries. You know that exercise does your body good, but you're too busy and stressed to fit it into your routine. ...

Exercise in almost any form can act as a stress re...

Dressing in layers, protecting your hands and feet, and paying attention to the forecast can help you stay safe and warm while exercising outdoors in cold weather. So you don't like grinding out miles on the treadmill or power walking the malls, but ...

Dressing in layers, protecting your hands and feet...

Fitness training balances five elements of good health. Make sure your routine includes aerobic fitness, muscular fitness, stretching, core exercise and balance training. Whether you're a novice taking the first steps toward fitness or an exercise fa...

Fitness training balances five elements of good he...

Stay safe during hot-weather exercise by drinking enough fluids, wearing proper clothing and timing your workout to avoid extreme heat. Whether you're running, playing a pickup game of basketball or going for a power walk, take care when the temperat...

Stay safe during hot-weather exercise by drinking ...

Pilates may sound intimidating, but it's an accessible way to build strength in your core muscles for better posture, balance and flexibility. Pilates for beginners — is that an oxymoron? Not at all. Pilates isn't just for fitness fiends. Pilates is ...

Pilates may sound intimidating, but it's an access...

Knowing when and what to eat can make a difference in how you feel during your workouts. Here are five tips on eating and exercise to guide you. Eating and exercise go hand in hand. When and what you eat can be important to how you feel when you exer...

Knowing when and what to eat can make a difference...