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We hope that the information found on this site will be a valuable resource to help to keep your child healthy, well and active! North Carolina Children’s Hospital’s mission is to serve the health needs of all children across North Carolina; with that in mind, we hope that this site will be one that you visit frequently to get important health tips, recipes, and articles – along with finding answers to everyday health questions.
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This comprehensive library covers the critical childhood health topics, from stages of growth and development to disease and injury prevention.
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Information on more than 370 topics, featuring illustrations designed to clarify complex anatomy and procedures.
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A Smooth Way to Go
Smoothies are a tasty way to meld fruit and milk or yogurt into a refreshing drink. Use low-fat or non-fat milk or yogurt, and it's an even healthier snack. Next time you make a smoothie, let the blender run a little longer than usual to whip more air into it. An air-filled smoothie will fill you up so you'll eat less later, according to researchers at Pennsylvania State University.