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Parenting School Age Children Parenting School Age Children School Family Life Health & Development From Katherine Lee, your Guide to Parenting School Age Children In this week's Parenting School Age Newsletter, we talk about some interesting new research, including a new study that suggests eating a diet high in processed foods may be linked to lower IQ in kids. Plus, new research that shows that chocolates are "super fruits," and another study that shows the effectiveness of time outs (when they are used correctly). And finally, if your thoughts are turning toward spring (I know I'm more than ready!) and spring vacation, check out our ideas for great family trips, travel gear, and more. Processed Foods May Lower Kids' IQs Eating a diet that's high in fat, sugar and processed foods at an early age may lower kids' IQs, says a new study from the University of Bristol in Great Britain. Eating healthy foods such as salads, fish, and fruit, on the other hand, was associated with a small increase in IQ... Read more Chocolates are Super Fruits Love chocolate? Then here's some good news for you: Cacoa seeds are a "super fruit" laden with antioxidants, says a new study by the Hershey Center for Health & Nutrition published in Chemistry Central Journal. The study compared the antioxidant activity in cocoa powder and products to fruit powder and juices of so-called "super fruits" -- fruits packed with compounds such as flavonols and polyphenols... Read more Time Outs Work, Says a New Study Recently, there has been some debate about whether or not time outs actually work. The latest study on time outs, by researchers at the University of Queensland in Australia, reviews numerous previous research on time outs and concludes that they can be an effective discipline tool when used in the right way... Read more Planning a Family Vacation Many families I know have already planned their spring vacations. If you're planning to get away from it all this spring -- something many people are itching to do after a long, tough winter -- then you might want to do a little bit of research to find the perfect destination for your family... Read more K-6 Children Ads Behavior Kids Children Good Parenting Children Pre School School Age Care Featured Articles Top 7 Tips for Disciplining Your Grade-Schooler 6 Ways to Speed Up Morning Routines Grade-by-Grade Guide to Elementary School Ideas for Kids' School Lunch Boxes At What Age Can Your Child Walk to School Alone? Choosing a Type of Science Fair Project   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Katherine Lee Parenting School Age Children Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Parenting School Age Children newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Great Ideas for Family Trips Kids' Birthday Parties on a Budget Book Review: Cinderella Ate My Daughter Natural Ways to Treat Your Child’s Cold Signs of Learning Trouble in School Advertisement