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Resources about Healthy Eating for Children and Adolescents
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Below are a few reputable resources available to parents, educators, community partners, and others interested in learning more about proper nutrition for children and adolescents. These resources are for informational purposes only and do not diagnose or recommend specific treatments.
In addition to these great handouts, the Centers for Disease Control has a BMI calculator for children and teens. It is available at: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/dnpabmi/
Printable Resources
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Parents: Find Credible Online Resources for Your Family
Use this resource to determine which health information online may not be credible -
Kid Friendly Fruits and Veggies
Find strategies to integrate fruits and vegetables into children's diets -
Cut Back on Your Kid's Sweet Treats
Read this to learn 10 ways to reduce added sugars in children's diets -
Focusing on America's Children
Learn about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 and how they impact children