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Monthly Archives: December 2011

Sugar & Weight, Choosing a Healthy Diet for Your Child

2011-12-22T18:45:07-07:00December 22nd, 2011|Blog|

As a pediatrician in Phoenix, I often see children drinking sports drinks.  What’s shocking to me is that these drinks often contain more than twice the recommended daily sugar for an adult!  This is just one example of a growing epidemic of including too much sugar in a child’s diet.  It is important to understand the impact a child’s sugar intake has on their weight [...]

Giving Safe Toys for the Holidays

2011-12-08T16:48:32-07:00December 8th, 2011|Blog|

While children are writing their lists to Santa, parents are writing out their holiday gift list. While your child may ask for a specific toy, it may be hazardous to their health. Just because a toy is on the market does not guarantee it is safe—it is your job as a parent to be an educated consumer. Here is a SAFE TOYS acronym to help [...]