The National Dairy Council and the NFL have teamed up to encourage kids to eat healthy, get active and make a difference. Guest: Teresa Wagner, Dairy Max.
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Posts Tagged ‘obesity’
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Sunday, September 5th, 2010Family Dinners Help Fight Obesity
Friday, September 3rd, 2010Sadly, the problem with obesity in America does not seem to be going away, and is not even improving!! The latest data shows that adult obesity rates have risen in 23 states in 2009 and the trend seems to be continuing in 2010. (more…)
Family Routines Can Reduce Childhood Obesity
Friday, August 6th, 2010I just read an article published in the journal Pediatrics which once again validated the importance of family routines. In this study researchers from Ohio State University looked at household routines as they related to childhood obesity, an ever escalating problem. (more…)
Obesity Screening Urged for Children
Thursday, August 5th, 2010A federal task force is recommending that children and teens be screen for extra pounds as a way to fight the childhood obesity epidemic. (more…)
It’s Important To Check A Child’s Blood Pressure
Thursday, August 5th, 2010When you take your child in to the pediatrician for a check- up do they check their blood pressure? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children, beginning at the age of three years, should routinely have their blood pressure checked. In certain circumstances a younger child should have their blood pressure checked too. (more…)
Puberty May Trigger Sleep Apnea in Overweight Kids
Monday, May 3rd, 2010Teenagers who are overweight or obese have an increased risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. (more…)
Kids In Home-Based Day Care Lack Physical Activity
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010
Children who attend a home-based child-care program may hit the set nutrition standards but they get a failing grade when it comes to physical activity a recent study shows. (more…)
Have Your Child’s Blood Pressure Checked
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010When you take your child in to the pediatrician for a check- up do they check their blood pressure? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children, beginning at the age of three years, should routinely have their blood pressure checked. (more…)
Chronic Health Conditions
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1 in 2 children are living with a chronic illness. What can parents to help their children lead healthier lives? Guest: Dr. Jeanne Van Cleave, Mass General Hospital in Boston.
Teens and Exercise
Sunday, February 7th, 2010Listen to the Podcast
How to avoid the freshman 10. Did your college student gain weigh during the school year? How to help them avoid packing on the pounds!
Guest: Justin Spragins, certified fitness trainer.
