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Why Pediatricians Are Being Urged to Write ‘Physical Activity Prescriptions’ for Children

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Doctors report that only 1 in 4 children are getting the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day. Ronnie Kaufman / DigitalVision / Getty Images

By Dan Gray

Pediatricians are being urged to start writing "exercise prescriptions" for the children they see in their office.

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Top 6 Benefits of Taking Collagen Supplements

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By Brianna Elliott, RD

Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body.

It is the major component of connective tissues that make up several body parts, including tendons, ligaments, skin, and muscles.

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7 Impressive Ways Vitamin C Benefits Your Body

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By Ryan Raman, MS, RD

Vitamin C is an essential vitamin, meaning your body can't produce it. Yet, it has many roles and has been linked to impressive health benefits.

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Phthalates Exposure in Womb Linked to Autistic Traits in Boys

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Phthalates, a group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break, affect health in many ways. Tatyana Tomsickova Photography / Moment / Getty Images

By George Citroner

  • Exposure to phthalates was associated with autism traits in boys (but not girls) between ages 3 and 4 years, according to a new study.
  • However, the risk was diminished in women who took folic acid during their pregnancy.
  • This study is the first to find that folic acid supplements provide a protective effect from phthalates.

Exposure in the womb to a group of endocrine-disrupting chemicals called phthalates was associated with autism traits in boys (but not girls) between ages 3 and 4 years, according to a new study.

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Is Coconut Oil Good or Bad for Dogs? The Surprising Truth

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By Brianna Elliott, RD

Coconut oil has become quite trendy in recent years.

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8 Foods That Contain MSG

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By Jillian Kubala, MS, RD

Hundreds of ingredients are added to foods during processing to enhance the flavor of the final product.

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Top 10 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

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Coconut oil is widely marketed as a "superfood."

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Aloe Vera for Weight Loss: Benefits and Side Effects

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Aloe vera is commonly found in weight loss products, including herbal supplements, juices, and diet drinks. Sommai Larkjit / EyeEm / Getty Images

By Rachael Link, MS, RD

Aloe vera is a succulent plant that's well known for its medicinal properties.

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9 Healthy Foods That Lift Your Mood

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By Katey Davidson, MScFN, RD

When you're feeling down, it can be tempting to turn to food to lift your spirits. However, the sugary, high calorie treats that many people resort to have negative consequences of their own.

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Impossible Burger vs. Beyond Burger: Which Is Better?

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Packages of "Impossible Burger" and "Beyond Meat" sit on a shelf for sale on Nov. 15, 2019 in New York City. Angela Weiss / AFP / Getty Images

By Alina Petre, MS, RD

The Impossible Burger and Beyond Burger are two plant-based alternatives to traditional beef patties.

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12 Healthy Granola Bars

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By Alina Petre, MS, RD

Finding a healthy granola bar is no easy feat.

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