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Dr Hallas says: New AAP guidance addresses teens' risky eating habits

Goals for NPs caring for children and adolescents with weight problems are early identification and referral to treatment in order to prevent the well-known adverse effects the diagnosis of eating disorders places on the child, adolescent, and family members—and, in time, the overall health of the adult population.

When losing weight leads to eating disorders

Eating disorders often begin when an adolescent tries to lose weight. New AAP guidance provides tools to address the unhealthy eating behaviors that put teens at risk.

Lactose intolerance: Diagnosis and diet strategies

Is it lactose intolerance or a milk allergy? Here's how to diagnose the clinical spectrum of lactose problems and manage diet to relieve symptoms and ensure good nutrition.

Supplement omega-3 based on weight

A new study reveals that dosing of omega-3 supplements for children should be weight-based, not age-based, for optimal benefit.

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