Archive for the Healthy Habits Category

Eating healthy is crucial when you’re traveling for sporting events, because young athletes need the right food to power their game and to refuel. However, finding healthy meals and snacks can be a challenge when you’re driving between school, work, home and sporting events. To make thisRead more →

Many parents ask, “How can my child avoid a concussion?” In reality, there’s no foolproof way to avoid concussions. This is one of many myths and misconceptions about concussions that our experts can help debunk. For more than a decade, our concussion research team and sports medicine

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Back-to-school physicals are important for making sure kids are healthy and ready for the upcoming sports season. But how do you know what to expect from these checks? What does it entail — and what should you bring? Get the answers to all these questions and more

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Exercise truly is the best medicine for so many things. It helps improve sleep, stress, mood and concentration, and it can treat and prevent many medical problems. It also provides an opportunity for families to bond in healthy, memorable ways. Parents often think that in order to

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You’re not alone. Many families are busier than ever these days, and lots of parents feel like they don’t have enough time to prepare healthy meals for their kids. But it doesn’t have to be hard or time consuming. With just a few prep steps, you can

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We all know taking time out of your day to take your child to the doctor is easier said than done. However, it is essential in order to make sure they are healthy and happy. Not only do pediatricians discuss physical health and a recommended vaccine schedule,

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Whether you’re a coach, parent or athlete, getting familiar with all the essential items in a first-aid kit can come in handy when a scrape, fall or emergency happens. Children’s Hospital Colorado experts share the most important things to have in your kit, plus how to get

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Kids and teens today are lonelier than ever, with loneliness becoming an epidemic according to the Surgeon General. While loneliness can affect anyone, research shows that loneliness among kids and teens is at an all-time high. How can parents and caregivers intervene? Experts from our partners at

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You already know that sleep plays an important role in a young athlete’s energy levels. But did you know that insufficient rest can also limit reaction time, reduce cognitive function and even increase the risk of injury? In this article, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado explain

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