Junk food, late nights, zero exercise? Here’s how to break the cycle and make your kids healthy
Pulling children away from junk food and excessive screen time can feel challenging. However, involving them in cooking ...
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Sitting too much can raise blood pressure, even in kids
Prolonged sitting raises blood pressure from childhood to adulthood. Light physical activity lowers hypertension risks.
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Mixed reality gaming may help kids be more active
Children participating in the study saw a significant increase in physical activity. Most kids don't get the recommended ...
How exercise sharpens focus and academic success in children
Physical activity is crucial for children's mental health, with research linking it to lower risks of depression, anxiety, ...
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Keeping Kids Active in Cold Weather
Other ways to stay active when it is cold are going on hikes and beautiful walks in nature, again, if appropriate in your ...
Mixed reality game developed at UGA may help kids become more active
Mixed reality gaming may be the motivation kids need to stay active, according to a new study from the University of Georgia. Children participating in the study saw a significant increase in physical ...
Children's Day 2024: Why it's important to teach children about physical activity and avoid screen time
Today, India is celebrating Children’s Day which is also known as ‘Bal Diwas' to honor children and promote their well-being. The day coincides with the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru, first ...
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Reduced physical activity, limited access to affordable healthy food drivers of childhood diabetes in South Africa
High crime rates in cities often keep children indoors, leading to sedentary behaviours like playing video games and snacking on unhealthy, ultra-processed foods.
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Long-term sedentary behavior raises blood pressure in youth
Time spent sedentary beyond six hours per day during growth from childhood through young adulthood may cause an excess increase of 4 mmHg in systolic blood pressure, a new study shows.