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Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings
Skipping breakfast can leave kids feeling sluggish, distracted, and hungry way before lunchtime.The good news? A healthy breakfast doesn’t have to take a lot of time—or cost a lot of money.
With a little prep and the right ingredients on hand, you can fuel your child’s body and brain with nutritious breakfasts- here are breakfast ideas for busy mornings.


Affordable, Healthy Lunch Ideas for Busy School Days
Between early alarms, lost shoes, and packing backpacks, school mornings are a whirlwind.
The good news? Nutritious school lunches don’t need to be complicated—or expensive. With a little planning and the right staples on hand, you can pack lunches that fuel your child’s body and brain, without breaking the bank or your morning routine.


The Sleep–Screen Time Trap: Breaking the Cycle for Better Teen Health
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), excess screen use — especially before bed — can directly interfere with a teen’s ability to fall and stay asleep. And when teens don’t sleep well, they’re more likely to turn to screens during the day to cope with fatigue.


Balanced Eating on a Budget: Tips for Teens and Families
Eating well doesn’t have to mean spending more. With grocery prices rising and busy schedules pulling families in every direction, it can feel challenging to prioritize balanced meals without breaking the bank. But here’s the good news: healthy eating and smart budgeting can go hand in hand. 6 tips for balanced eating on a budget.


The Sleep–Screen Time Trap: Breaking the Cycle for Better Teen Health
Between school demands, social lives, and constant digital access, it’s no surprise that today’s teens are struggling to get enough sleep. But one of the biggest culprits? Screen time.


Fuel Your Teen for Sports and School—Without Overeating
From early morning classes to after-school practices, today’s teens are busier than ever. As parents, we want to make sure they have the energy and nutrients they need to thrive—without falling into the trap of overeating or relying on ultra-processed foods. So how can we strike the right balance?
Here are 4 ways to fuel your teen for sports and school- without overeating.


How Too Much Screen Time Can Contribute to Poor Health for Teens
While technology has its benefits, too much screen time can have a serious impact on teens’ health and development. As parents, it’s important to understand how excess screen use can affect our kids—and what we can do to help them find balance.


How Skipping Meals Affects Teen Weight and Mood
For busy teens juggling school, activities, and social life, skipping meals might seem like no big deal—or even a way to “eat healthier.” But research shows that regularly missing meals can negatively affect both their physical and emotional well-being.


Effective Teen Obesity Treatment: A Family-Centered Approach to Health
Childhood and teen obesity is a growing concern in the U.S., affecting nearly 1 in 5 adolescents. But behind the numbers are real families—doing their best and looking for guidance that’s supportive, not shaming.


How to Talk to Teens About Their Body—Without Saying the Wrong Thing
For many parents, talking to teens about their bodies can feel like walking a tightrope. You want to support their health and confidence—but fear saying the wrong thing and damaging their self-esteem or triggering body image issues.
The truth is, how we talk about bodies—ours and our children’s—matters more than most of us realize. Research shows that comments about a teen’s weight, shape, or eating habits can have lasting impacts on their mental and physical health, even


Teen Health in the News: Kids and teens get majority of calories from ultraprocessed foods
A recent report was released by the CDC about ultraprocessed food (UPF) consumption in the US. About 62% of teens’ calories coming from ultra-processed foods (CDC, 2025). Understanding what that means and how to make small, sustainable tweaks can support your family's long-term health.


Breathing Techniques to Manage Back-to-School Stress for Teens
One simple yet powerful tool to help teens manage this stress is often right under their nose: their breath.


Healthy Snacks for Teens with a Sweet Tooth
During adolescence, the body and brain are growing rapidly, and cravings for sugary snacks are common—especially with the constant availability of cookies, candy, energy drinks, and other ultra-processed foods.
But too much added sugar can leave teens feeling tired, moody, and unfocused. That’s why one of the best things parents can do is help their teen find healthy snack swaps that still satisfy a sweet tooth—without the crash later.


How Exercise Boosts Teen Mental Health: What Every Parent Should Know
What parents need to know about how exercise can improve teen mental health


In the News: Adolescents who get a smartphone before age 13 at risk for significant mental health challenges
In today’s digital world, it’s easy to feel pressure to hand your child a smartphone—whether it’s to stay in touch, keep up with friends,...


5 Signs Your Teen Isn’t Getting Enough Sleep—And What You Can Do About It
Teenagers are known for staying up late and sleeping in—but when does it become a problem? Sleep isn’t just a luxury for teens; it’s a...


6 Ways to Get More Exercise as a Family—Without Making It a Chore
Between work, school, sports, and screens, it can feel nearly impossible to fit in regular movement as a family. But the truth is, you...


Helping Your Teen Build Healthy Habits—Without Focusing on Weight
As parents, we all want our kids to grow up healthy, confident, and strong. However, navigating food, exercise, and body image can be...


Mindful Eating: Strategies for Teens
Strategies to help your teen practice mindful eating


Choosing healthy drinks for adolescents and teens
Healthy Beverage Choices for teens There are so many drinks choices available, and it can be hard to know what is healthy or not. Here...
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