What if there were something families could do to improve everyone’s health? To reduce risky behavior in their teenagers? To be more mentally healthy overall? There is something. I’m referring to the family meal, a time when people gather to eat together. Shared family meals have many health benefits, both physical and emotional. In recent…
When we think about keeping teens safe, there’s a lot that comes to mind. It’s the teenage years when humans naturally take more risks. So, whether it’s preventing a sports injury or just trying to get them to eat well, there’s a lot for parents to consider. One topic that is sometimes trickier for parents…
If you talk long enough with most athletes, especially basketball and soccer players, the topic of ACL tears comes up. It’s a far too common injury and many wonder if it can be prevented. Good news: There are ways to lower the risk of ACL injuries. Preventing ACL Tears There are several muscles and ligaments…
If someone suffers from migraine headaches, they may look everywhere for a cause . . . and a cure. Migraines are debilitating. They dramatically affect quality of life, daily activities, and overall health. Children and teens miss school due to these severe headaches. In the search for a treatment, some may wonder if an orthodontic…
“Do I have to do the duck walk today?” Sometimes a returning high school athlete would ask this as they walked into the room for their sports physical. There are many parts of a sports physical, but the duck walk seems to be more memorable. Every year, across the country school-aged kids participate in organized sports….
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