University of California San Francisco Children's Hospital
About Us
UCSF Children's Hospital is a world leader in health care, known for innovative medicine, advanced technology and compassionate care. For more than a century, we have offered the highest quality medical treatment. Today, our expertise covers virtually all pediatric conditions, including cancer, heart disease, infertility, neurological disorders, organ transplantation and orthopedics as well as the care of pregnant women at our Center for Women and Newborns.
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If you would like help in selecting a doctor, please call our Physician Referral Service toll-free at 1-(888) 689-UCSF or email us at referral.center@ucsfmedctr.org.
Articles by University of California San Francisco Children's Hospital
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Why Fiber is so Good for You
Sure, you've heard that fiber is good for you, but do you know why? Four key benefits come from eating a diet rich in...
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Decreasing Calories
Calories and Your Weight Calories are a measure of energy you get from food. The first law of thermodynamics or energy...
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Exercise Tips
When a child is overweight, both decreasing the number of calories consumed, especially those from sweetened beverages,...
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Obesity - Get Active
Being physically active is important for children and adults. However, most people don't get as much exercise as they...
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Health Risks of Overweight Children
The increased rate of obesity means that obesity-related chronic diseases are becoming common in children and teenagers....
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Healthy Diet Tips from the WATCH Clinic
There is no doubt that eating a healthy diet can be beneficial both for weight loss and for improving long-term health....
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Helping Your Child Be a Healthy Weight
When children are overweight, it's best to focus on becoming healthy rather than on losing weight. Here are some tips...
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Obesity and the Media
Children are increasingly becoming overweight and less physically active, to the point that childhood obesity is a...
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Prevention is Key for Combating Childhood Obesity
An increasing number of children -- at increasingly younger ages -- are developing weight problems. While there are...
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Sweet Drinks and Obesity
The consumption of sweetened drinks -- including soda, juice and other beverages such as Kool-Aid and sports drinks --...
Topics: Obesity Prevention | Nutrition Basics
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