Tips for the Health-e Woman

As parents and grandparent we should all be aware of the increasing numbers of children with weight problems in the United States. Experts list a number of causes for this trend, but as “the adult” we can alleviate the problem by helping children make good choices.

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Sun Health helps to fight childhood obesity
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by Brian Browne, Manager, Sun Health Community Education

Obesity in children and adolescents has reached such an epidemic proportion that we really have no time to wait to try to address this problem.
An increasing number of kids are overweight, and if no intervention is made, 80 percent of them will stay overweight as adults. This can put them at risk for many medical problems, including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea. Obesity can also adversely affect their self esteem.

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A great way to exercise with your child/grandchild
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A great way to expose children to exercise is to take them along when you run, walk, bike or hike. Kids will enjoy the fresh air and learn from early on that exercise is fun and an essential part of a healthful lifestyle. But, there are a few extra things to consider when bringing the little one along for a ride.

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Sun Health Foundation employee finds ways to keep Arizona family active
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Sun Health Foundation employee, Mary Goodman, has discovered many ways to keep her family active year round in Arizona. “Our vacations always include a physical, outdoor element,” Mary says. “We love to explore new places.” The Goodman family, Greg, Mary, Taylor and Riley, spent their last vacation hiking in a remote area of Colorado. It’s not just the activity that interests the Goodmans, but also the elements of exploration and education.

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The role of depression in adolescent obesity

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About five percent of children and adolescents in the Unites States suffer from depression. Could this put them at increased risk for obesity?

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Increase in Type 2 diabetes in children
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Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 percent of diabetes in adults and has tripled in frequency in the past 30 years so that it now affects 6.5 percent of the U.S. population.

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Changes in lifestyle can stave off diabetes
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by Diane Gronski, M.D., Sun Health Endocrinologist

Hearing the terms “borderline diabetes” or having “a little sugar” is what we now classify as pre-diabetes, which used to be thought as a benign condition. What we know now is that, because the cells in the muscles, liver and fat do not use insulin well, the amount of glucose on the blood increases while the body’s cells are starved of energy. It can damage nerves and blood vessels, causing complications such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, and nerve problems.

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Healthy snacks to make and enjoy with your child or grandchild
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Trail mix is a versatile snack not only for home but to take on hikes, walks, bike outings or any type of trip. It is a low-fat, high energy snack that can easily be adjusted for all kinds of weather. For instance take out the “chips” and you have a great summer snack that won’t melt on the trail.

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News you can use . . .
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Sun Health Surprise Urgent Care opens . . .
Sun Health Surprise Urgent Care, located at 15468 N. Civic Center Drive, on the northwest corner of Greenway Road and Civic Center Drive in Surprise, Arizona is open and providing primary care to area families. The facility offers medical attention for minor conditions or when a primary care physician isn't available.

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May is all about . . .

May is all about preparing for summer fun. We will provide tips on protecting your skin while balancing sun exposure. How much sun is too much and how much is too little?

May is also National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. When to see a doctor and prevention tips will be addressed.

What is Sun Health?
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Located in the northwest Valley of Phoenix Arizona, Sun Health is a non-profit healthcare organization that exists to serve all ages with excellence in medical care, wellness programs, research and education. Sun Health Del E. Webb Hospital, Sun Health Boswell Hospital and a wide range of Sun Health clinics and other services have provided world-class healthcare to thousands of patients from Arizona and around the world. For more information please go to www.sunhealth.org.

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