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Learn the benefits, risks, and important considerations of bariatric surgery for adolescents and teens. A guide for parents to understand treatment options and support their child’s health journey.

This Labor Day, enjoy all the flavors of a classic cookout with a healthier twist. From broccoli salad and baked beans to summer pasta salad and DIY veggie kabobs, these smart swaps bring more veggies, whole grains, and balance to your menu. Plus, tips for staying hydrated while enjoying family time.

Intensive Health Behavior and Lifestyle Treatment (IHBLT) is a proven, family-centered approach to treating childhood obesity. By combining frequent support with tools like motivational interviewing, healthcare providers can help children build healthier habits that last.

Help your kids build healthy habits with SMART goals! Learn how to set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-based goals for better nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellness.

Learn how much weight you should gain during pregnancy based on your pre-pregnancy BMI

Looking for healthy snacks your kids will actually eat? Check out our top 5 picks by a registered dietitian that are both tasty and nutritious!

Childhood obesity is a complex chronic disease that can be hard for parents and children to navigate. Obesity rates are on the rise, making prevention and treatment more important than ever.

In an age where video games are a primary form of entertainment for many children, the concept of "exergaming" – video games that require movement – has emerged as a game-changer in the fight against childhood obesity.