Although many of us don’t think about supporting our bones until much later in life, it is imperative to make healthy choices early to lay a healthy foundation. Our highest bone mass occurs in our 20’s!! So, exercise, eat lots of leafy greens, include some healthy dairy, and check your […]
Children’s Health
Support Nursing Mothers
Well, support ALL mothers (and fathers, too)!! But I did want y’all to know that it is World Breastfeeding Week this week (August 1 – 7). Breastfeeding is such a blessing for the health of children–and it can be very difficult to accomplish. Click here for more information.
Eczema–Treat It From The Inside Out
So many people suffer from eczema–a skin condition that can cause tremendous itching and large lesions. Here is an article that talks a little about underlying conditions. In my practice, I’ve found that underlying food allergies are the most frequent cause of eczema–there are simple methods to assess potential food […]
High Blood Pressure in Children
High blood pressure (hypertension) is on the rise in children. High salt diets and rising obesity are likely at least contributing factors. Please, let’s help our children by offering low salt, whole food diets (no packaged or processed foods) and get them moving for some good exercise! Read more here.
Insect Repellent Options
Are you planning on camping or hiking this summer? The mosquitoes are out–and ticks, too. EWG has some great info on bug repellents–click here.
Probiotics to Fend Off Eczema
This research has revealed supplementation of pre-biotics and probiotics both pre-natally and after childbirth reduce the risk of eczema and food intolerances: “Prevention of eczema with probiotics seem to work until age 2 years and extended effects until 4 years have been shown in high-risk for allergy cohorts. Effects are […]
Music for Pain Reduction in Children
More exciting news about music: AANP via JAMA Pediatrics – Music Decreases Pain For Child Patients In Hospital ER – (Tuesday, July 16, 2013)–Newly released findings by medical researchers provide evidence that music decreases perceived sense of pain by children in pediatric emergency departments in hospitals. (Pain and distress from medical procedures can […]
Timing of Food Introduction in Infants Linked to Type I Diabetes
According to the results of this research, the optimal time-frame for introduction of solid foods in infants is between 4 months and 6 months. If introduced sooner or later, the risk of development of Type I diabetes doubles. More research is needed because I suspect that the typically recommended foods […]
BPA Dangers in Children
Sadly, those with lowest incomes have highest risk of BPA contamination due to reliance on packaged and processed foods with limited fresh fruits and veggies in their diets. BPA contributes to hormone imbalances–children are especially susceptible. Please make every effort to avoid packaged and processed foods in your diet. Read […]
EWG’s Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen
We all have budgets and while I could argue that buying organic produce may reduce your overall health costs the point remains that organic produce costs more per pound than non-organic. EWG has just posted its list of the worst non-organic foods and the best non-organic foods. Use this information […]
