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Book Review: Yawning Yoga

I didn’t know if the book would work, but I was desperate for something—anything—to make the day end on a good note. The day was consumed with whining by my 5-year-old son and voice-raising by me—back and forth, a cycle…   Read more

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How Can I Get My Child Interested In Exercise?

My children prefer sedentary activities (e.g., drawing, reading, and video games) but I know that physical activity is important for good health. Do you have any tips for getting them interested in outdoor activities? …   Read more

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Is Yoga Safe For Babies & Small Children?

Ever since Russian yoga instructor Lena Fokina posted a video of herself on the Internet in January 2011 swinging newborns around by their limbs, yoga for babies and young children has been called into question. YouTube has since removed the…   Read more

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How Healthy Is Your State?

If you are able to enjoy fresh, local produce at a farmer’s market this summer, consider yourself lucky. According to The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation’s State Health Facts, 23 states have less than 2 markets per 100,000 people. And…   Read more

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Turn Off The TV, Tune Into Your Children

Why is television so appealing to toddlers? Whether it’s the bright lights or the colorful shapes, it’s almost like my 14-month-old son is transfixed with the tube the minute I turn it on. Though it’s tempting to spend a few…   Read more

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Let’s Move! Takes Steps To Address Childhood Obesity

Let’s Move! is the rallying cry of the new nationwide campaign to address childhood obesity. Launched in February 2010 and spearheaded by first lady Michelle Obama, this campaign aims to “eliminate the problem of childhood obesity in a single generation.”…   Read more

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Get Active During Earth Hour

As you’re planning your activities for this weekend, you might want to add Earth Hour to your Saturday schedule. Beginning at 8:30 p.m. local time (wherever you are) on March 27th, participants will turn off their lights to raise awareness…   Read more

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Video Games Help Kids Exercise

It hurts to laugh, I’m afraid to sneeze, and my legs feel like Jell-O. And while it may sound like I’m recovering from a marathon, I’m actually just recovering from my second day with Wii Fit. It’s an amazing workout….   Read more

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Action For Healthy Kids

Launched at the Healthy Schools Summit 2002, Action for Healthy Kids is now a leading force in America’s fight against childhood obesity. Action for Healthy Kids Teams are active in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia, with thousands…   Read more

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$500 Million To Fight Childhood Obesity

The Robert Woods Johnson Foundation will provide $500 million over the next five years to fight childhood obesity. This action comes in response to a growing body of evidence showing that overweight and obesity in children and adults have reached…   Read more

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