Wonderful education resource for parents and teachers on media consumption it's impact and realistic ways to live with it.
Quack Watch
Lots of information to counter all the miracle pills, creams, etc. That are ripping people off of Billions of dollars. One of my favorite sites.
New Lifestyles Pedometers
Probably one of the most accurate pedometers out there. The basic step counter Digi-Walker SW-200 is all you really need.
TV Allowance
Great product to help parents control how much TV is being watched. Many studies have linked screen time (TV, Computer, etc.) to obesity. See Kaiser Family link below for the research.
Kaiser Family Foundation
Great Research on link between screen time as it relates to obesity and body image. (Need adobe acrobat to read)
Calorie King
Resource for finding out just whats in the food you're eating. Lots of information and helpful tips.
FlyGirl Photography
Photographers Website I set to that gives us a reality check of what can be done with makeup. Think those people you see on the magazines really look that good??
Get Kids in Action
Site developed by the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and Gatorade. Helpful ideas for parents and kids to become physically active along with nutrition and lifestyle facts. (like the average kids spends 6 hours and 30 minutes in front of some kind of screen per day!)
For Kids
Kidnetic
Kidnetic is a great site for kids to have fun and learn about living a healthier more active life. Resources also for parents.
BAM- Body and Mind
Site run by the Centers for Disease Control for kids ages 9-13 providing education through entertainment. Includes info not just on exercise and eating but also topics like bullying and how to handle stress.
