Young children often display similar eating behavior as their parents, with a parent's own eating style influencing how they feed their children, research at Aston University has shown. The work ...

We often hear about limiting screentime for kids, but those rules can be hard to follow when parents aren’t doing the same. That’s why it’s important to model good behavior. “I think we can all ...

As the holiday season approaches, many families will gather around the dinner table, sharing meals and memories. But what if the way we eat during these gatherings is shaped by more than just ...

Young children see their parents as their greatest role models. They seek the approval of their parents and want to be like their parents in as many ways as possible. They notice when their parents ...

A new study from researchers at University of Oregon suggests that these gender stereotypes around food may also influence kids and the kinds of foods they choose to eat. Nichole Kelly is the ...

Back when Kerri Boutelle's children were younger, she remembers watching how kids would eat ice cream cones. She noticed a big difference between some siblings. "One child would eat half of the ice ...

Positive role models, individuals whose behavior, attitude and values are admired and emulated, play a crucial role in a ...

Editor's note: This story discusses disordered eating. Eating disorders in children and teens can be hard for parents to understand. TODAY.com talked to experts to find out what parents and all family ...