According to the American Heart Association, an average American eats 22 teaspoons of added sugar per day. The recommendation is only six teaspoons a day for women and children, and nine teaspoons for men. Sugar is found in a lot of foods and, with more than 60 names, is not always easy to spot.

Some camps push the boundaries of kids’ abilities and brain power, challenging and honing their skills and confidence. "X-treme" camps take a specific hobby, activity or aspiration to the next level, becoming an immersive experience that can change kids’ lives. They’re often designed to get campers out of their comfort zones to think outside the box and explore their own physical and mental limits — but in a fun, safe and supervised way.

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On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner talks with Emily Fein, COO and Director of Girl Experience for The Girl Scouts of North East Ohio, about 21st century skills for success — for boys and girls alike. Learn the four Cs and why are they important for your child's future success, as well as practical tips and examples that parents can do on a daily basis.

Many kids have a hard time producing the “R” sound, even after participating in years of traditional therapy. It’s not their fault — some kids just don’t respond well to traditional speech therapy. In these cases, recently developed technology called visual biofeedback could be the solution.

The spring 2019 edition of our Summer Camp Guide is available now. In addition to more than 80 summer camp listings, the guide includes articles on camps that focus on good deeds, ways to ensure your camper has a healthy summer adventure, and "x-treme" camps that take a deep dive into a particular area of interest.

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According to the CDC, the number of middle and high school students vaping regularly rose by 1.5 million just in 2018 — roughly a 77 percent surge. Learn the dangers of e-cigarettes, signs your child may be vaping, as well as what area schools are doing to help students quit the addictive habit.

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