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Childhood obesity
Tests and diagnosis
- BMI calculator BMI calculator — Use this tool to calculate adult or child BMI.
Causes
- Cushing syndrome Cushing syndrome — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment of this disorder caused by excess cortisol.
Treatments and drugs
- Children and TV: Limiting your child's screen time Children and TV — Take steps to limit your child's screen time and its effects.
Lifestyle and home remedies
- Healthy chicken recipes When you think of chicken, you probably think of fried chicken, but there are plenty of healthy chicken recipes to enjoy.
- Teen weight loss: Healthy habits count Teen weight loss — Help your teen adopt healthy habits to lose excess weight.
Prevention
- Recipes for kids: Have fun with healthy eating Want your kids to eat healthy? Start cooking with these recipes for kids.
- Healthy snacks for kids: 10 child-friendly tips Healthy snacks for kids — When the munchies strike, think beyond apples and oranges.
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