With summer starting and the fall sports season not too far away, it’s important that young athletes make the right food decisions – not only for improved health and nutrition, but for performance and safety as well. Knowing what foods to eat can help provide the sustained energy and promote the recovery...
We all know that childhood obesity is a real issue that many families face. A majority of the discussion has placed an emphasis on encouraging physical activity for children as a way to keep them healthy. While this is extremely important, an equally important facet is helping children maintain a balanced...
Q: What are the most common types of allergies that affect children?
The two broadest categories of childhood allergies are environmental and food allergies. Environmental allergies can include pollen, dust mites, mold and animal dander. Food allergies, which typically appear in young children, often...
We all know good nutrition is important, but it goes beyond the way we look and feel. For young athletes, maintaining a balanced diet is critical to the health, growth and development, safety and success of their sport. Eating the right kinds of foods at the right time can help provide sustained energy...
We all know that eating right and exercising are important for our families; however, many times we don’t know where to start. Brian Scully, a pediatric physical therapist, and Lauren Scott, a pediatric clinical dietician, both with Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, help answer two of the most...
