Children and Youth Focused Resources and Links for Parents
Energy Balance 101
Information and tips for parents and teachers from the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation.
BAM! Body and Mind (CDC U.S.)
Designed for kids 9-13 years old, BAM! Body and Mind gives them the information they need to make healthy lifestyle choices. Kid-friendly topics and an interactive aid for teachers from the CDC on exercise,
nutrition and health.
Kidnetic.com (IFIC)
Informative site from the International Food Information Council (IFIC) aimed at helping kids eat healthy and stay active.
Best Bones Forever! (U.S. HHS)
Quick and easy ideas to make sure you eat plenty of calcium every day.
HHS for Kids
This site from the Department of Health and Human Services is for educators, parents and children. Includes links to kid resources from the CDC and FDA.
Teen Health (Kidshealth.org)
Q&A's, and body image help for teens. Sponsored by the Nemours Foundation.
VERB It's what you do (CDC)
Teen-friendly site with games, quizzes and quick facts on physical activity.