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Childhood Obesity

Understanding what causes obesity and providing healthy alternatives can help lead your child down a lifelong path of wellness.

Hometown Health Blog

How to help your child reach a healthy weight

New findings show that "baby fat" doesn't routinely melt away as children grow. Now's the time to help a child struggling with obesity reach a healthy weight. These tips can help you on this journey.

October 29, 2025

Beat the 'back-to-school blues' with healthy lunches

Heading back to school for many students includes a bagged lunch tucked into their backpack. Follow these tips for packing healthy lunches kids will like and help improve their ability to learn.

April 23, 2025