Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

#1 School Lunch Tip: Swap that sugary drink for WATER. For children, the number one source of added sugar is not what they eat, it is what they drink! Children who drink more than 10% of their daily calories ​from added sugars are more likely to have:  higher...

After an unusual last year school, it is so exciting to see our children returning back to school in person this fall! Backpacks come in all sorts of styles, colors, fabrics and designs. Kids really look forward to showing their personality through their backpack.   Wearing a backpack...

https://radiomd.com/audio-player/childrenshealth/item/44948-covid-19-vaccine-facts The COVID-19 vaccine had been FDA approved for ages 12 and older. Many parents have questions and feel uncertain about getting their child vaccinated. Children’s Health Checkup answers parents’ most common questions about raising healthy and happy kids. Listen to this podcast to learn the...