Published on Apr 30, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
When you see your little one playing make-believe, you may not immediately think about how it benefits his or her health and development. But the truth is that playtime offers a number of health benefits for kids. While your kids’ playtime may seem inconsequential,...
Published on Apr 18, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Heart Health
Springtime and pleasant weather have arrived, so what better time to get the whole family involved in heart-healthy habits? This family health challenge will boost your health and strengthen your heart. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death...
Published on Apr 5, 2019 by Jaime Lacey, RD, LDN | Child & Family Health, Childhood Obesity, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
At the Childhood-HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Living) Center, we work with children, adolescents, and their families to establish healthy lifestyle habits they can maintain for a lifetime. By guiding the patient and their family to make changes together, the impact...
Published on Feb 11, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
If you’re someone who prefers to exercise outdoors, you’re familiar with the challenges that cold, rainy Tennessee winter days can bring. You probably take your workouts indoors. Consider this: during the winter, your little ones need to take their exercise indoors,...
Published on Sep 6, 2018 | Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You’re trying your best to live a healthy lifestyle — in the gym for a workout session. But it seems like your body is sabotaging your efforts. You have yet another exercise-induced headache. If you’ve had a few of these nagging headaches, you may feel like they’ll...
Published on Oct 10, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
You know it’s a good idea for your kids to stay active. But just how much physical activity is enough when it comes to staying healthy and growing strong? You’re probably familiar with the recommendation that adults get at least 150 minutes of physical activity each...
