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Picky Eaters – Should You Be Concerned?
Are you a parent of a picky eater? You are not alone! Parents all over the world struggle with the picky eating stage. PHN pediatrician Corinne Brooks, MD offers her advice in the first of a three-part series on child nutrition and food habits. What common concerns do you get from parents of picky eaters?As…
Childhood Obesity: Tips for Parents
12.7 million affected. 17% of our nation’s children and adolescents. The numbers are alarming; childhood obesity continues to be a serious, complex health issue in the United States. We are seeing children with high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Type 2 diabetes, typically only seen in adults over age 45, is becoming more common in…
Screen Time: Can You Cut Back?
We’ve all told our children (or been told when we were children) that they need to spend less time watching TV and more time playing outside. Today, it’s not just TV that keeps kids indoors – children use cell phones, computers, and tablets, and play video games, in addition to watching just as much TV…
Battling the Back to School Jitters
Back to school means many things for students; new clothes and shoes, a new book bag full of supplies, and getting back to friends. While all of those fun ventures of school lie on the surface, many kids go to school with lots of worry and anxiety. Many times, these worries are never verbalized, but…
After School Snacks – Keep It Healthy
What do your kids like to snack on after school? If your child is reaching for chips or cookies as soon as they walk in the door, it might be time to restock your kitchen with healthier options. Not only do processed foods have negative effects on your children’s health, the CDC has found that…
Real Men Do Yoga
Did you know that yoga has been around for more than 5,000 years? Yoga is described as a series of physical, mental, and spiritual practices, and has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly with the female population. But men can benefit from yoga just as much as women, and male celebrities such as Bon…
Beating the Heat: Safe Summer Exercise
Now that summer is officially here, many of us will be starting seasonal summer exercise routines. Whether you’re keeping a New Year’s resolution or just decided to get in shape, the nice weather is a great time for working out. Just like everything else, though, it doesn’t come without its own share of risks. The…
Spring Cleaning Your Refrigerator
Spring is the time for flowers, warmer weather, and spring cleaning! If you spring clean, do you clean out your refrigerator and freezer? If not, add it to the list – every few months, it is a good idea to go through the items in your fridge and discard anything that is expired. It is…
Simple, Fun Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Every year, people around the world celebrate Earth Day and do their part to make our planet a better place. Whether it is taking a hike or bike ride, picking up trash, or planting a tree, there are many ways to celebrate Earth Day as a family. If you have children, one…
Simple Steps toward a Healthier Heart
February is American Heart Month, so why not give yourself a Valentine’s Day gift this year – the gift of heart health! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, but you don’t have to be a part of this statistic. Take these simple steps to keep…