Jul 6, 2017
The Times of India – Dr. Swapnil Jain
” Childhood obesity has increased in recent years. Most common causes are genetic factors, lack of physical activity, unhealthy eating patterns, or a combination of these factors. Although weight problems run in families, not all children with a family history of obesity will be overweight. The most important factors underlying the obesity epidemic are the current opportunities for food intake coupled with limited energy expenditure.” (more)
Jul 6, 2017
WTOP – Kristi King
“It’s easy for anyone to get dehydrated on hot, sweaty summer days, but a local pediatrician warns that heat stroke and hydration can be serious issues for children and adolescents over the summer. Children playing outside should drink at least eight to 10 ounces of water every couple of hours, according to pediatrician Lee Savio Beers, Children’s National Health System’s medical director for municipal and regional Affairs. “If they’re outside and they’re really exercising and there’s a lot of heat — drinking every 20 minutes is probably best and wise,” Beers said. She recommends children even continue drinking fluids into the evening.” (more)
Jul 5, 2017
Medscape – Lydia Zuraw
“Pediatricians and public health researchers know they have to be on the lookout for lead exposure from paint chips and contaminated drinking water. A new report suggests food — particularly baby food — could be a problem, too. The Environmental Defense Fund, in an analysis of 11 years of federal data, found detectable levels of lead in 20 percent of 2,164 baby food samples. The toxic metal was most commonly found in fruit juices such as grape and apple, root vegetables such as sweet potatoes and carrots, and cookies such as teething biscuits.” (more)
Jul 5, 2017
The Courier – Cassie Anderson
“It is summer and the kids are looking for something to do. What better time to have an adventure in your kitchen? Youth/adult partnerships are a great way to strengthen relationships, create memories and improve health.” (more)
Jul 3, 2017
CNN – Sophia Komninou
“How can you get a fussy child to eat vegetables? It’s a question that plagues many frustrated parents at countless mealtimes. Some take to hiding morsels in more delicious parts of meals, while others adopt a stricter approach, refusing to let little ones leave the table until plates are clear. One “alternative” idea touted recently is for parents to essentially bribe their children, depositing money into a child’s bank account as a reward when they eat vegetables — an idea actually backed up by research.” (more)
