Wholesome filling snacks packed with fibre and nutrient will keep your kids firing right through their day[more]

If aliens landed on earth to observe us, how would they describe the typical human child?[more]

Fruit and veg are promoted as the healthiest of foods [more]

Accidents can happen in sports so know how to deal with bumps to the head[more]

Celebrations are generally a time when food is centre stage. Find healthy eating options without spoiling the fun[more]

Bullying can seriously impact a child. but dealing with it promptly and can make a real difference[more]

Thinking ahead about asthma risks can minimise the impact of illness on your child's quality of life[more]

Helping your children build strong bones will pay off over a lifetime[more]

Trying to serve up a healthy, balanced diet for your family can be a challenge, particularly if you're short on time[more]

If you're trying to help your child manage type 2 diabetes with exercise, what do you need to know about workout intensity? [more]

Could cycling to school give children the best possible start to their day?[more]

Could wireless computer games help children increase their activity levels?[more]

What do Australian children see as being important to their health and well being? A NSW study provides valuable insights[more]

New Australian studies suggest that adults are turning a blind eye to the growing overweight and obesity problem among children[more]

Making lunches nutritious and banning lollies, buns and sweetened drinks can have a significant impact on student health at your school[more]

Child health experts have warned that children taking part in competitive sports are at risk of burnout and overuse injuries[more]

When your child needs to wear glasses, ball sports like cricket, netball and football can be a bit of a challenge[more]

Scientists and nutritionists are confirming what many parents have long known. Sometimes you need to be a tad sneaky to get your youngsters to eat healthily[more]

No one wants their children to get hurt but experts are now suggesting that not allowing them to play outside may be doing them harm[more]

Sports are supposed to be all about good, healthy fun for everyone one involved. When ref rage rears its ugly head, everyone loses[more]

Physical activity is important for everyone but there are a number of reasons why girls may feel less inclined to participate in organised sport than boys[more]

Teens who laze their summer holidays away may find their fitness is back at square one on the first day of school[more]

Should parents worry if their child is overweight? How serious an issue is excess weight in children and young people?[more]

Expanding portion sizes have been identified as one of the key causes of the obesity epidemic. What is a reasonable portion size?[more]

Boiling veggies like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage robs them of their cancer-fighting properties, according to new research[more]