Child influencers have huge followings on social media. A new study finds that their videos are frequently exposing their young viewers to junk foods like candy ...

Synthetic food dyes — and their links to neurobehavioral issues in children — are having a moment. Last month, California governor Gavin Newsom signed the California School Food Safety Act into law, ...

Finding an activity that adequately keeps kids entertained can be challenging, but the best science kits for kids help stave off boredom, all while being relatively easy to use and educational. The ...

Science kits are a great way to get kids curious about our world and beyond. After all, these kits have the power to captivate, teach STEM skills, and entertain all at once. If your child is already ...

Katie has a PhD in maths, specializing in the intersection of dynamical systems and number theory. She reports on topics from maths and history to society and animals. Katie has a PhD in maths, ...

Kids and teens in the U.S. get the majority of their calories from ultra-processed foods like frozen pizza, microwavable meals, chips and cookies, a new study has found. Two-thirds — or 67% — of ...

There is no difference between healthful foods for adults and for children aged 2 and older, except for age-appropriate adjustments in texture and portion size, according to experts in nutrition. It ...

Winter means a lot of indoor time, and I've learned that science experiments are a lifesaver on those long, cold days. The best part? You don't need anything fancy. Baking soda, vinegar, food ...

Like many working parents, Sophie Jones is pressed for time—especially when it comes to cooking for her family. “I love going to the store to pick out a rainbow of vegetables for a new recipe,” says ...

1 in 5 parents say they’re too stressed to cook and 1 in 6 say their child eats fast food at least twice a week. ANN ARBOR, Mich. – For some families, pandemic times have meant increased screen time, ...