You made it through your infants’ frequent awakenings and have adjusted to getting a full night’s sleep again. Then, your baby becomes a toddler, and you get a new set of sleep problems!
Toddler Sleep Patterns
Toddlers need between twelve and fourteen hours of sleep per day, including naps. Read More »
Sleep Study: Getting Toddlers to Sleep
Sugar Substitutes: A Sweet Alternative?
If you read my last article on sugar, you know that added sugar is everywhere! You may also be aware that excessive sugar intake is not only wreaking havoc on our waistlines, but our overall health as well. In an effort to cut calories and make healthier food choices, many consumers turn to “diet” products like fat-free yogurt, diet soda, sugar-free ice cream, etc. Read More »
Heart Healthy Fats?
A couple of weeks ago, I spent a long weekend in southern Texas with my daughter. We were planning a meal for a few guests so we took a trip to the farmer’s market in Waco on Saturday morning. What a treat it is to have fresh produce and to see what other parts of the country have available that we don’t have here in the upper Midwest. Read More »
Don’t Be Afraid of Clinical Trials
Progress in cancer treatment results from researching new procedures and drugs through clinical trials. If you are thinking about participating in a clinical trial, you may feel nervous or unsure. This is normal. But the more you know about what’s involved and what to expect, the more comfortable you’ll be about your decision. Read More »
Get in the Loop
As I was going through the drive-thru for lunch the other day, I couldn’t help but struggle to communicate with the attendant. After several attempts, I assumed my double cheeseburger with no onions and a side of fries was successfully ordered. Read More »
Avera Race Training: Sprint Workouts
I am not a sprinter. I’m guessing that is clear if you’ve been following my blog. I’m tall and lanky and have never been built for speed. However, last week I went out and ran eight sprints. Of course I didn’t do this voluntarily; I had to be coerced by Marne, a trainer at the Avera McKennan Fitness Center. Read More »
