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Whole Grains Linked to Reduced Prediabetes Risk New research indicates that eating whole grains is associated with a decreased risk of prediabetes, a blood sugar elevation that can precede diabetes in adults.www.reuters.com/article/2012/12/20/us-whole-grains-prediabetes-idUSBRE8BJ1A220121220Veggie and Cheese Snacks Help Kids to Eat Fewer CaloriesAccording to a recent study, snacks that combine vegetables and cheese may help kids consume fewer calories, yet feel just as satisfied as when they eat a snack of potato chips instead.www.medicaldaily.com/articles/13557/20121218/veggie-cheese-combo-snacks-make-kids-eat.htmFamily Meals Help Kids Eat More Fruit & Veggies Just one or two family meals a week may help kids eat more fruits and vegetables, according to new research findings.www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/3382-family-meals-fruits-vegetables.htmlCompiled by Lauren Swann, MS, RD, LDN

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Stephanie Ronco

Stephanie Ronco has been editing for Food and Health Communications since 2011. She graduated from Colorado College magna cum laude with distinction in Comparative Literature. She was elected a member of Phi Beta Kappa in 2008.

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