Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

1 in 5 children in the United States are obese Sedentary activities such as watching television and other screen devices, contribute to excess weight gain in children.   How Much Physical Activity Do Children Need? Research has now shown that any amount of physical activity has some health benefits.  What Are...

·     Walk With a Doc was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio.  ·     Walk With a Doc is now in 500 locations worldwide.  ·     At each Walk With a Doc event, the participating doctor begins with a brief discussion on a current health topic and...

Celiac disease affects 1% of the population of the Unites States.  That means at least 3 million people in America are living with celiac disease.   When people with celiac disease eat gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, their immune system responds by attacking their...

Kids are back to school and mornings can be hectic!  Getting the kids ready for school as well as juggling work may leave little time to eat breakfast.  However, it is so important to try.  There is overwhelming evidence that breakfast is the most important meal of the...