Healthy Eating

Help Your Child Develop a Positive Body Image

July 25, 2019

It is important that parents and caregivers help children build a healthy body image, and taking steps early on can help prevent self-esteem issues that may later lead to an eating disorder or other health complications. Keep the focus on health not weight Make sure your child understands that weight […]

Healthy Eating, Healthy Eating for Children, Nutrition and Health

Healthy Growth Management for Children

July 25, 2019

Maintaining a healthy weight throughout childhood can make it easier for children to continue to manage their weight through adulthood. But, while it is important to encourage children to maintain a healthy weight, parents and caregivers should avoid making negative statements about food, weight, size, and body shape. Additionally, weight-loss […]

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Healthy Eating, Healthy Eating for Older Adults, Nutrition and Health

Managing Chewing Difficulties

July 24, 2019

Difficulty chewing is a common problem for older adults, and can have many causes. Missing teeth, poorly fitting dentures, and mouth pain are typical culprits for chewing problems. If left untreated, these problems can increase the risk for weight loss, or inadequate intake of important nutrients. Maximizing dental health Some […]