When it comes to your kids, you want only the best for them…and it starts with what you feed them. Over the last three decades, childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents. It is the primary health concern among parents in the United States, topping drug abuse and smoking. Childhood obesity has both immediate and long-term effects on health and well-being.
At the office of Prime Immediate and Primary Care, we take a personalized approach for children who are at an unhealthy weight or at risk of childhood obesity and its related conditions. Our knowledgeable and compassionate team works with your child and with his or her family to help make healthy lifestyle choices and changes.
Health lifestyle habits can lower the risk of becoming obese and developing related diseases such as high cholesterol and/or blood pressure, sleep apnea, and diabetes, to name a few. Obesity can become a lifelong health issue; that’s why our practice carefully monitors weight problems in children and adolescents and provides guidance for maintaining a health weight and lifestyle.
Downsize the plate, upsize the veggies: Portion sizes are now two to five times larger than in years past, and studies have shown that the bigger the serving dish, the bigger the serving is likely to be. The USDA MyPlate program recommends making half your child’s plate fruits and vegetables and the other half protein and grains.
Swap screen time for playtime: Make independent play an alternative to TV. Children ages 1 to 3 should get 60 to 90 minutes of physical activity every day, while preschoolers need 90 to 120 minutes. Regular exercise helps children grow to a healthy weight, build and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints, and strengthen their hearts.
At the office of Prime Immediate and Primary Care, we’ll give you the tools you need to give your child the best lifestyle and nutritional options for a healthy life. For more information on our practice and the many services we provide, give us a call today.
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Contacting Prime Immediate and Primary Care is easy! Our friendly staff is available to assist you with scheduling appointments, answering inquiries about treatment options, and addressing any concerns you may have. Whether you prefer to give us a call, or fill out our convenient online contact form, we're here to help. Don't wait to take the first step towards optimal health. Reach out to us today and discover the difference personalized primary care can make.
