For those with disabilities, issues of health are often treated in a reactionary way. This article encourages health literacy, education, and awareness targeted towards those with disabilities in helping them take ownership of their plan for staying healthy, with a focus on weight management. Weight management challenges for people with…

This article deals with the good and bad things about body fats as well as the truth behind trans fat. Fat has some important roles in the body. It allows for efficient energy storage and is also important for proper growth and development and maintenance of good health. In this article, the author discusses various categories of food fats and…

The article focuses on clothing tips, weight control, adaptive aids, and sources of assistance for parents and children with disabilities. The author stresses the importance of appearance in the successful mainstreaming of handicapped children and emphasizes that self-care skills are legitimate educational goals. (Author/PHR)