Get A+health this schoolyear!
Kick off the new school year right with these tips:
1. Stay up to date on immunizations
Not only does this protect your child from illnesses like the flu and other diseases, but it helps them stay healthy throughout the year, so they have more days of classroom learning and fun.
2. Backpack safety
A full backpack should not weigh more than 10% of your child’s weight. Heavy backpacks cause neck, shoulder and back pain, causing long-term problems. Get a backpack with two straps and cushioned padding.
3. Reduce screen time
Limit screen time (all devices) outside of doing homework, to two hours a day or less. Social media can create stress/anxiety and make it hard to sleep. Instead, engage as a family. Play a game, go for a walk or talk about your day.
Your Saban care team is available year-round, whether it’s a physical, sick visit, or you have questions for your pediatrician, send a message using MyChart or chat with us at sabancommunityclinic.org.
SABAN KIDS MAKES HEALTH FUN!
Kids 0-12 are invited to join our club that makes health education fun! The entire family benefits when your child joins our free Kids Club. Receive invitations to exclusive events and win prizes for staying healthy.
Complete the form and get your gift at sabancommunityclinic.org/kids
HEALTH NEWS AND TIPS FROM SABAN COMMUNITY CLINIC VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2
Many may think a dietitian teaches people how to diet, but it is helping patients unlearn dieting and harmful food rules. Melissa helps patients prevent and manage chronic conditions by adopting sustainable lifestyle changes. These lifestyle changes require consistency and patience but have lasting benefits. Health should not be temporary and with Melissa’s guidance, patients can meet their health goals and learn habits that benefit the entire family.
Meet our Registered Dietician: Melissa Artica
Health tip 1: Snack mindfully, not mindlessly
Don‘t eat your snack directly from the bag or container while you scroll through Tik Tok. Instead, pour a serving into a small bowl and enjoy your snack while not watching screens. You will be more satisfied and aware of what you’re eating.
Health tip 2: Balanced meal
Carbohydrates are essential for a healthy diet. Choose carbohydrates high in fiber, such as vegetables, beans, lentils and whole grains, and pair with protein rich foods, such as low-fat Greek yogurt, nuts, eggs, cottage cheese. Try low-fat Greek yogurt with carrots and apples for a quick snack.
Refreshing recipes to beat the heat
MANGO CUCUMBER SALAD
Ingredients
2 limes, juiced, and zest from 1 lime
1 tablespoon honey
¼ cup olive oil
2 mangos, peeled and chopped
1 medium jicama, peeled and chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup cilantro, chopped chili powder to taste salt to taste
Directions
Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl or large zipper bag. Stir or shake ingredients together. Add salt or chili powder to taste. Enjoy!
Health tip 3: Hidden sugars
Read nutrition labels and check for added sugars of foods or drinks you commonly consume. Limit added sugars to less than 25 grams per day. You might be surprised that most of the added sugars are coming from drinks! Even a tall specialty drink at your favorite coffee shop can have up to 32 grams of added sugar.
GRAPE SURPRISE
Ingredients
Bag of grapes (red or green)
2 cups of low-fat plain Greek yogurt
Toppings of your choice such as shredded coconut, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds
Directions
Freeze grapes for 1–2 hours. Remove frozen grapes and using a fork or skewer, dip in low-fat plain Greek yogurt. Dip grapes in toppings of your choice. Place grapes dipped in yogurt on a plate with wax paper and put in the freezer again for another 30 minutes. Remove and enjoy!
Ask our Doctor of Dental Surgery: Dr. Van Anh Dastur
Regular dental checkups for school-aged kids are important to prevent cavities, the most common chronic disease in this age group. Cavities can cause pain, difficulty eating, speaking, and even absences from school. Dr. Dastur enjoys every opportunity to educate and empower all patients, “Our team of dentists and dental assistants, work together at every appointment to assess our patient’s cavity risk and suggest good oral health habits that our patients can adopt for healthier teeth and a healthier mouth. It’s a standard that we practice at Saban to engage and motivate our patients.”
Here are some tips from Dr. Dastur to create an A+ dental appointment.
1. Timing is everything
Time of day can make or break a young child’s appointment. If your child is used to a nap or has a tough time waking up after a nap, take that into consideration when booking your appointment.
For older children, avoid cramming in a dentist appointment right after school or camp, they may not have the energy or capacity to handle a dental visit.
2. Be honest
Parents should be aware of how they communicate with their children about dental visits. Instead of making promises like “it will only hurt for a little bit,” encourage your child to ask the dentist any questions they may have. Our pediatric dentists specialize in providing pain-free care and can help your child feel comfortable and at ease during the visit.
3. Keep it cool
If your child becomes upset during the visit, work together with the dental team to address their concerns and reduce anxiety. Let the dentist lead the conversation and jump in when necessary to help build a positive relationship between your child and the dentist. Our pediatric dentists are committed to providing trauma-free visits for both children and parents.
Make an appointment today!
• Chat with us online
• Call us at 323.653.1990
• Log into MyChart
DID YOU KNOW?
Dental disease causes children to miss more than 51 million school hours each year.
Free back to school pediatric immunizations and health fair
Stay on track with immunizations for the new school year. Patients and community members can get their necessary immunizations completed at our free, annual back-to-school event. Stop by our health fair with free activities including:
– Dental screenings
– Meet Saban pediatricians
– Community resources
– Prizes and treats for kids and more!
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Healthy Pregnancy with CenteringPregnancy
Expecting parents are invited to join our free prenatal program, Healthy Pregnancy. The group healthcare program connects expecting parents with similar due dates to discuss several topics to support pregnancy and postpartum.
Expecting parents also have access to free doula services to provide additional support during delivery and breastfeeding.
To learn more visit sabancommunityclinic.org/cp or ask your provider for more information.
July 26 / 1:00 to 5:00 at 5205 Melrose Avenue
July 28 / 1:00 to 4:30 at 137 N. Virgil Avenue
Please request an appointment using the QR code or call 323.785.6338.
Thank you to our event sponsor
To request an appointment, log in to MyChart:
Our locations:
Beverly Health Center 8405 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048
S. Mark Taper Foundation Health Center 6043 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Additionally, you can call us at 323.653.1990 or chat with us at sabancommunityclinic.org
The Wallis Annenberg Children & Family Health Center 5205 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90038
Virgil Family Health Center 137 N. Virgil Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004
Satellite Clinic at The Center 6636 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
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AROUND THE CLINIC
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