Published on Feb 6, 2020 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
Diabetes can be challenging to manage at any age. Add childhood to the mix, and it’s even more complicated. Now — what if your child plays sports? Physical activity of any sort is beneficial for people of all ages, including those with diabetes. And sports provide a...
Published on Jan 31, 2020 by Jaime Lacey, RD, LDN | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
At the Childhood Healthy Eating and Active Living (C-HEAL) Center, we work with children, adolescents, and their families to establish healthier lifestyle habits to treat overweight and obesity. Often times, we see families setting guidelines for some family members,...
Published on Jan 29, 2020 | Child & Family Health, Regain Health
Is there a home remedy that’s been passed down from generation to generation in your family? While some remedies can actually be effective, in many cases, they are not. Let’s shed some light on home remedies. Maybe your grandma passed down the remedy to you. Or you’ve...
Published on Jan 27, 2020 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
It can be so hard. Your daughter is dealing with friendship drama gone wild — stirred up over something that’s seemingly minor. The question is: Does she need your help? It’s not an easy decision. You naturally want to jump to your child’s defense in any situation,...
Published on Dec 31, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
You know your family would be better off, health-wise, if you could sit down to eat a balanced meal more nights than not. But getting that meal on the table can be a challenge! That’s why we’re sharing some meal planning tips to make things easier. We often have the...
Published on Dec 26, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Sports Medicine, Stay Well
You insist your child buckle up when he or she is riding in your car, so why wouldn’t you insist on a similar safety measure on a bicycle, skateboard, hoverboard or scooter? A helmet is an essential! Why is a helmet so important? Well, it’s pretty simple. When it...
