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A to Z: Eating Disorder for Parents
Eating disorders involve self-critical, negative thoughts and feelings about body weight and food, and eating habits that disrupt normal body function and daily activities.
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Anorexia for Parents
People with the eating disorder anorexia are very afraid of gaining weight. They have unrealistic views of their body and try to eat as little as possible. They also might exercise too much or do other things to lose weight.
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Eating Disorders for Parents
Eating disorders are common among teens and kids, especially young women. Read about the warning signs, prevention strategies, and ways to help a child with an eating disorder.
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Metabolic Syndrome for Teens
Metabolic syndrome is a signal that someone could be on the road to serious health problems. Find out more in this article for teens.
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Dietary Tips for Teens With Cystic Fibrosis for Teens
Teens with cystic fibrosis have some specific nutritional needs. Here's how they can meet those needs.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) for Teens
A good, stable connection at your hip joint is what lets you walk, run, make that jump shot, and shake it on the dance floor. But in some teens – particularly those who are obese – the hip joint is weakened by slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE).
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Your Baby's Growth: 10 Months for Parents
Your baby continues to grow quickly. All this activity and the foods your baby eats affect growth and weight.
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Your Baby's Growth: 11 Months for Parents
Your baby continues to grow quickly. All this activity and the foods your baby eats affect growth and weight.
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Your Baby's Growth: 12 Months for Parents
Your baby is almost a toddler! Here's what to expect with your little one's growth and weight this month.
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Staying at a Healthy Weight for Teens
Here are some practical, everyday tips on making exercise and healthy eating work for you instead of feeling like it's the other way around.