Thanksgiving only comes around once a year, so why not go ahead and splurge? Because gaining weight during the holiday season is a national pastime. Year after year, most of us pack on at least a pound (some gain more) during the holidays — and keep the extra weight permanently. But Thanksgiving does not have…
Halloween weekend approaches, and with it, costume parties, girls in “tastefully seductive” costumes and bowls of tastily seductive Halloween candy in convenient single-serving packages. But don’t be fooled by words like “fun size” and “snack size.” The next thing you know, one little bite-sized candy bar has become 27 and you’re curled in the corner…
Dipping temps are no reason to abandon alfresco exercise. Hard as it is to believe, we are officially into fall! And, as the weather gets cooler, it’s time to transition our shorts-wearing, tank-toppy summer workouts into things that are a bit more… you know, autumn-friendly. Here, a few fun options: Hiking: It’s a chore when…
During this special season of reflection, it is a time-honored tradition to take a moment to think about what we’re most grateful for. Our patients at the top of the list of everyone here at Columbine Family Practice! From everyone at Columbine Family Practice, please accept our gratitude for our trust in us. We wish…
As long as flu viruses are spreading, it’s not too late to get a vaccine to protect yourself, according to theCenters for Disease Control (CDC). That is whyNational Influenza Vaccination Week is held from December 7 to December 14. “Flu season typically peaks between December and February, but significant activity can occur as late as…
For National Influenza Vaccination Week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dalton G. Paxman, PhD, FCPP, Regional Health Administrator for the mid-Atlantic region, where he oversees public health initiatives for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Dr. Paxman is a Fellow here at The…
In the midst of all the indulgence and decadence this time of year, it’s comforting to know there are some very real health benefits to some of the most common flavors of the season. Between candy canes and Christmas bark, peppermint is giving cinnamon a run for its money as stand-out spice of the holiday…
When it comes to heart health, it’s important that we think not only of our own cardiovascular health but also that of future generations. A study last year found that obese children and teens have as much plaque in their arteries as a 45-year-old adult, setting them up for heart disease and other serious health conditions…
Short days, low temperatures and being stuck inside can take a toll on anyone’s mood, including a child’s. But, the right diet can help boost energy, mood and focus when the Winter Blues hit. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends these foods: Serve grilled or broiled salmon. Offer clementines, a citrus fruit that’s seedless,…
Winter is hard on everyone. The snow, ice, and cold make it difficult to participate in outdoor activities (running, walking, hiking, baseball, golf) that help keep us in shape and happy. Some of us eat more in the colder months, and the combination of sedentariness and getting our grub on can add unwanted pounds. We…