diet Archives - MetroKids

Family Meals Can Reduce the Risk of Eating Disorders

Eating together as a family can help lower the risk of myriad eating disorders.

Organic Produce: Worth the Cost?

When you can afford to buy organic, you should for many reasons: health, environment and economy.

The Health Benefits of Summer Camp

Summer camp gets kids outside, keeps them moving and encourages healthy eating habits.

5 Natural Ways to Boost Your Child’s Immune System

Don't let your family fall victim to winter germs without fighting back! Try these tips to build your child's immunity against illnesses.

Are Vitamins and Supplements Safe for Kids

Are vitamins and supplements safe for children? Find out how much and which ones your kids should take.

Baby food for thought

Pediatricians and safety experts answer FAQs about baby food. Did you know store-brand formulas like Parent's Choice or up & up can save $600 per year?

Tips for a healthy media diet

With TV, computers, video games, smartphones and other devices vying for kids’ attention, helping them manage their media habits is a major challenge.

Lifestyle tweaks for healthy aging

These tips to alter, diet, exercise, habits and expectations can improve mom's health. Changes can be as simple as walking 20 minutes a day.

In Defense of the Real Food Diet: Just Don’t Go Paula Deen on The Butter

Mom blogger Paige Wolfe advocates portion control and eating "real food" from all groups and rather than low-calorie, processed diet food full of chemicals.