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Whole Milk at One-Year? Maybe Not.

By on November 28, 2011 in Toddlers and Preschoolers
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TweetThere has been great media coverage about a new release from the AAP, the “Expert Panel on Integrated Guidelines for Cardiovascular Health and Risk Reduction in Children and Adolescents: Summary Report.” Wow, that’s a long title. The report is HUGE, almost 50 pages. Its goal is to provide guidance for health care providers in their [...]

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Today’s Tips for Parents: TV and Obesity

By on July 5, 2011 in Help for Parents
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TweetThe more kids watch TV, the more likely they will be overweight. In my clinic, when talking about weight challenges with families, I know my parents have heard this association over and over again. Parents often reply, “We get it.” Even though my families have clearly heard this message before, I am not always sure [...]

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