by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Jan 21, 2019 | Teen Health
Teens don’t have it easy these days…social media, celebrity influence, school pressure. It’s no surprise they’re looking for ways to reduce stress or anxiety, help with school or athletic performance or just take a break from reality. Teens are vulnerable, and...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Oct 4, 2018 | Sports Medicine, Sports Nutrition
It’s back-to-school season, and back to fall sports. We agree that proper nutrition and hydration will help athletes feel better and perform better. But did you realize nutrition is KEY when dealing with sports injuries? Sports injuries can be classified as...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Sep 8, 2018 | General Pediatrics
To continue our Blog on common childhood illnesses seen in school-aged children, we will turn to what I call the “Big 3″ – Strep Throat, Gastroenteritis (known by many as the “stomach flu),” and the Common Cold vs Influenza. Again, hope you’re not squeamish, gotta...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Aug 31, 2018 | General Pediatrics
It’s that time of year…the weather gets a little cooler (hopefully soon!), and kids and teens are back to school…and back to getting sick!!! Here’s a quick review of the 6 most common school-related childhood illnesses, and pay attention, because according to the CDC,...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Aug 13, 2018 | Sports Nutrition
I had the pleasure of being a guest on Dr. Steve Silvestro’s Child Repair Guide Podcast, where we discussed sports nutrition for young athletes. Some of the topics we talked about: The foundation of sports nutrition for kids At what activity level parents need...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Aug 6, 2018 | Sports Nutrition
What is THE most important meal for a young athlete? Is it the meal before a game? The night before? I get asked these questions repeatedly during my team talks, so I thought I would clarify things for everyone. They’re ALL important! In my mind, one of the...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Jul 30, 2018 | Sports Nutrition
Let’s face it, our young athletes are dedicated and committed and giving their 100%, but when it comes down to it, especially for the little ones, they care, A LOT, about the post game snack! And we’ve all seen it…kids get off the field, smiling and energized and we...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Jul 29, 2018 | Recipes
Making your own sports drink is SO easy! Try different flavors and see what your family enjoys! Print Recipe Doctor Jacq's Sports Drink Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Course Drinks Prep Time 5 minutes Servings quarts MetricUS Imperial Ingredients 8 cups...
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Jul 23, 2018 | Sports Medicine
The Heat is ON! Playing Summer Youth Sports Safely It’s that time of year…we’ve seen extreme temperatures all over the country these past few years, and even in Orange County, an area with moderate temperatures, kids are at risk for heat-related illnesses....
by Jacqueline Winkelmann | Jul 14, 2018 | General, General Pediatrics
Hello everyone! It’s been a while, a couple of years in fact! I’ve been busy with work, life, kids, but I’m ready to get back! I started my Chief of Staff years at CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital (where I’ve worked as a hospital-based pediatrician in Orange...
