ABC-TV’s “Good Morning America” interviews Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., about a new CDC report that found nearly 25 percent of parents underestimate their children’s weight. The study also found that 27 percent of children and teens underestimate their own weight. Dr. Ayoob notes parents often believe that their children will outgrow being overweight, which is unlikely, and cautions against waiting to make dietary and lifestyle changes. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
August 1, 2014
Katie interviews Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., about pica, an eating disorder characterized by persistent cravings for non-food sources like ice or dirt. Dr. Ayoob notes that he has seen numerous cases of pica in foster children with a history of behavioral problems, such as aggression. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
October 19, 2012
Serving food in smaller pieces seems to help people cut their overall food intake, according to an article in ABC News that quotes Keith Ayoob, Ed.D. Dr. Ayoob notes that the mind plays a role in feeling full, that it’s not just what’s in your stomach. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
July 12, 2012
The New York Times reports on Disney’s new nutritional standards, co-created by Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., for food advertised on its child-focused outlets. First Lady Michelle Obama participated in the announcement event, which follows a week after the unveiling of New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s new initiative to cap the portion size of sugary beverages. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
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June 5, 2012
ABCNews.com interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., who downplays concerns that New York City's classroom breakfast program may contribute to childhood obesity because some children eat breakfast twice – once at home and once in school. Dr. Ayoob notes that the benefits of school breakfasts – including improved grades and attendance – outweigh any negatives. He advises parents to adjust home menus to prevent their kids from eating two morning meals. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
April 20, 2012
U.S. News & World Report publishes a commentary by Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., arguing that the proposed regulation of sugar would encourage consumers to blame government for their weight issues, rather than empower them to make good choices. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
April 2, 2012
ABCNews.com interviews Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., about a bill in Florida that would eliminate mandated middle school P.E. Dr. Ayoob notes that physical activity is key to preventing and treating childhood obesity. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
December 14, 2011
USA Weekend interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., about the need for Americans to "get back to basics" with their food choices – namely increase the amount of fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy in their diets and reduce their intake of convenience and fast foods. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center (CERC) at Einstein.
August 16, 2011
WABC-TV interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., and Farah Alam, D.D.S., about pagophagia, or compulsive ice chewing, which is often a symptom of anemia and can cause tooth fractures. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center (CERC) at Einstein. Dr. Alam is an assistant professor of dentistry and director of the Special Care Dentistry Unit at CERC.
July 18, 2011
ABCNews.com interviews Keith Ayoob, Ed.D., about a new study which found that teenagers who reported they were sleepy at school were 50 percent more likely to crave carbohydrates, which offer a temporary energy boost. Dr. Ayoob notes the importance of eating protein at breakfast and lunch in addition to carbohydrates to even out the sugar highs and lows that come from eating only carbs. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
June 15, 2011
ABC's Good Morning America interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., about a recent campaign by a pediatrician to remove white rice cereal, which has long been recommended as the first solid food choice for babies, from their diets because it contributes to childhood obesity. Dr. Ayoob suggests that pediatricians should focus more on proven studies when it comes to obesity and notes that obesity is caused by an excess of calories, not a particular food. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein (interview begins 2:50 minutes into the segment).
February 1, 2011
USA Today interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., regarding the Institute of Medicine's recent call for consumers to increase their daily intake of vitamin D and calcium. Dr. Ayoob and other leading nutritionists note that it is nearly impossible to reach the vitamin D recommendation of 600 international units a day with food alone, and advise that consumers take supplements. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
December 2, 2010
Chicago Tribune features advice from Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., on how to help underweight children gain weight and develop healthy eating habits. He counsels parents to focus on high-calorie foods that pack a nutritional punch, maintain a consistent meal schedule and avoid snacks on demand. Children can get a lot of attention for not eating, Dr. Ayoob points out, and this can lead to behavioral problems, ongoing food issues and even malnutrition. For the best results, Dr. Ayoob advises keeping mealtime stress at bay and creating a healthy home environment. Dr. Ayoob is associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
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August 11, 2010
USA Today highlights comments by Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., on a new study comparing a low-carb diet with a low calorie, reduced-fat plan for weight loss. The NIH-funded study published in Annals of Internal Medicine shows that both diet plans result in about the same amount of weight loss, though low-carb dieters showed double the improvement in their HDL or good cholesterol levels. But Dr. Ayoob notes that people on a low-carb diet won't get enough fiber, vitamins and minerals without taking supplements. He recommends a minimum of 120 grams of carbohydrates a day for dieters. Dr. Ayoob is the associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center at Einstein.
August 3, 2010
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interviews Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., about "toddler formulas," which consist primarily of fortified milk and added sugars and, in some instances, make unsupported health claims. Dr. Ayoob recommends exposing young children to a variety of healthy foods to help them learn to eat properly, rather than relying on high-caloric, sweetened drinks. Dr. Ayoob is the associate clinical professor of pediatrics and director of the nutrition clinic at the Rose R. Kennedy Center at Einstein.
June 10, 2010