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 ...
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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Screen time guidelines: How much tech is healthy for kids?
The lack of physical activity can also hinder motor skill development in younger children, as they miss out on outdoor play, ...
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How Often Do Doctors Use New Weight-Loss Drugs in Kids?
As optimism for GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight loss has grown, so too has their use in children. Currently, liraglutide ...
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Boost Preschool Learning Through Motor Skills, Physical Activity: Study
WASHINGTON, DC (ANI) – A recent doctoral thesis has shown that practicing motor skills and physical activity can support ...
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Happy diabetes-free children’s day! Tackling the growing threat of childhood diabetes in India
This shift away from physical activity, coupled with unhealthy eating habits, has made children more vulnerable to developing ...