Friendship Place opened more than 25 years ago to serve children living in the Meadow Park apartment community along 4th Ave.

When they see the process from seed to a piece of fruit that they can actually eat, it is mind blowing. They are in awe,” ...

Good Eats classes in Beaumont help residents cook budget-friendly meals, learn nutrition and make healthier choices in a food ...

LIVINGSTON, NJ - The West Essex YMCA is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 18, 12 - 3 p.m. at the Y, 321 S. Livingston Ave. The event is free and open to the public, no ...

When most people think about "healthy eating," they usually focus on what they eat. That might mean trying to eat more fruit and vegetables or less fast food, or counting calories. But there's a lot ...

Years ago, my 3-year-old daughter fell in a pool after climbing over the security fence. It was a winter day and she was wearing a sweater, jeans, socks and shoes. I was turned around, a few steps ...

No one can really fault you for eating a piece of fruit. After all, fruits and vegetables are both essential to a healthy diet. The CDC recommends that adults consume between one and a half and two ...

Raising kids across 3 countries — the US, Australia, Switzerland — changed how I approach parenting. It opened my eyes to how different cultures empower children to reach their full potential. My kids ...

CLEVELAND (WJW) — There are times in life when you just have to take the plunge. With a few exceptions most of these fourth graders at Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s Garfield Elementary ...

There’s been talk for years about the importance of stopping eating at a certain time before you go to bed. Experts say it may do everything from help you sleep better and lower your risk of acid ...

In Japan, snacks are called "oyatsu": light meals eaten between 2 and 4 p.m. to recharge, and they're especially important for kids. My own childhood favorites still bring back sweet memories.