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Experts: Children's Vitamins Are No Substitute For Fruits, Vegetables
In a new poll, parents say it's hard to get their kids to eat healthy as doctors report excess weight gains among children during the pandemic.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Healthy Eating
Only a small percentage of Americans eat a nutritious diet. A Harvard professor weighs in on his ideas about what we need to do to improve the American diet. Aired Oct. 8, 2010 [18:38]
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Chef Solus in the Balanced Hike Adventure
A video illustrating the importance of a balanced diet. See what Chef Solus has to teach the kids about nutrition while they are out on a hike. [4:51]
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Kids Health: Figuring Out Food Labels
Here is help in figuring out the information provided on food labels. Be sure you are getting the nutrition you need from the foods you eat.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Resolving to Eat Healthier
National Public Radio talks with Dr. Walter Willett, Harvard MD and nutritionist, about changes that need to be made in the 1992 US Food Guide Pyramid. Interesting as an introduction to this topic, with links to related stories.