pediatric obesity

August 25, 2023

Faith flags, faith stories, and faith prescriptions in clinical practice

On Thursday, June 1, I gave a webinar for Christian healthcare professionals who are members of the International Medical and Dental Christian Associations. ICMDA has given […]
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August 23, 2023

9 Dogface soldiers inducted to Marne Hall of Fame — including my Dad

I was pleased to be sent an article from The Coastal Courier about the 3rd Infantry Division’s recent induction ceremony for their Marne Hall of Fame […]
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August 21, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt 16 – Essential #9 – Be Your Own Health Care Quarterback OR The Essential of Personal Responsibility and Empowerment

Many of my patients tell me they feel baffled, even powerless, in the face of myriad healthcare options. They also seem confused over medical reporting in […]
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August 18, 2023

Spiritual Interventions in Healthcare: Becoming an Everyday Missionary Wherever God Plants You!

On Thursday, March 30, 2023, I was honored to be asked to do a ZOOM presentation to a combined Christian Medical and Dental Associations meeting of […]
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August 16, 2023

“At First Light” a 2023 International Page Turner Book Award Finalist

I’m super excited to announce the my and Mike Yorkey‘s WWII book, At First Light: A True World War II Story of a Hero, His Bravery, […]
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August 14, 2023

Ask Dr. Walt 15 – Essential # 8 – The essential of discovering your destiny OR How to nurture your hopes and dreams

Have you ever wondered if you’re on the right road in life? Do you have unfulfilled hopes and dreams? Have you ever wanted to discovery your […]
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August 11, 2023

A Guide to Non-Sugar Sweeteners

I enjoy being able to answer questions from the readers of Today’s Christian Living magazine in my “Ask Dr. Walt” column. In the July 2023 issue, I […]
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August 9, 2023

Colorado Springs man discovers father’s WWII story

It’s amazing how the Lord can bring some wonderful folks into our lives. My wife, Barb, does Jazzercize 2-3 times a week. She loves the dance […]
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July 18, 2009

Doctors can help parents help their overweight kids lose weight

Many parents don’t have enough self-confidence to implement and enforce changes in their child’s behavior that will reduce the child’s risk of obesity, researchers from Harvard […]
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July 27, 2009

Obesity rate in preschoolers may have finally leveled off!

Finally a good news story about the childhood obesity epidemic. An analysis published in the July 24 issue of the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report indicated […]
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August 12, 2009

Television Viewing Linked to Blood Pressure Increases in Children

In the past I’ve discussed the studies showing that the more screen time kids have (TV, Internet, video games, cell phone), the more likely they are […]
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August 13, 2009

Federal health officials target sugary drinks as largest driver of obesity epidemic

The Boston Globe is reporting that, according to federal disease investigators, “the cost of treating obesity has doubled in the past decade,” and “sugar-laden beverages” are […]
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October 28, 2009

Kids’ cereals: 85% more sugar, 65% less fiber than adults’

USA TODAY A new study confirms what savvy consumers have long suspected: Most breakfast cereals advertised to kids are chockfull of sugar and low on fiber. […]
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November 16, 2009

Debate: Do calorie counts on fast-food menus gives diners pause?

In my book, SuperSized Kids: How to protect your child from the obesity threat, I suggest: “We believe Congress and state or local legislatures should require […]
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