Category Archives: Childhood Obesity

Keep Kids Active over Break

Ahh, Christmas vacation…no homework, no alarm clock, no schedule!  While we may all be grateful for a little down time, it is still important to keep the kids healthy and active.  With cooler temperatures and shorter days, it can be … Continue reading

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Get Your Child Active During the School Year

As we get back into the swing of the school year, many parents struggle with how to keep their child active.  Homework and after-school activities seem to keep us all busy with little time to think about adding something else … Continue reading

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Is Sugar Toxic?

There has been growing evidence about the adverse health effects of sugars, to the extent to call it a “toxin.”  What gives? Since opening the doors of LaMond Family Medicine eight years ago, I’ve been on my soapbox about the ill effects of … Continue reading

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Childhood Obesity Stops Now

We all recognize that obesity is a significant problem in the United States. According to the CDC in 2008 medical expenses related to obesity approached $147 Billion. Numerous medical conditions have been linked with obesity including diabetes, cholesterol, high blood … Continue reading

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